What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor – Substance Use Disorder Counselor – LCPC/LCSW position at Amergis Healthcare Staffing?
The LCSW/LCPCcollaborates with the multidisciplinary team to provide input in thedevelopment of the plan of care for those patients requiring social workintervention. The LCSW/LCPC providesmedically necessary intervention to patients who have social or emotionalproblems that are, or are expected to be, impediment(s) to the effectivetreatment of the medical condition and/or rate of recovery.
Position Details:
- Position: Site Manager
- Licensure accepted: LCSW or LCPC
- Setting: Residential / Halfway House
- Location: Baltimore, MD
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week, 8a-4p or 9a-5p
Essential Duties andResponsibilities:
- Plan and conduct activities and counsel clients on an individual and group basis.
- Perform independent and advanced work with clients within the program.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the full continuum of care.
- Responsible for oversight of the residential houses and supervision of the staff and operations.
- Work is performed in accordance with established regulations, policies and procedures, but employees are expected to exercise significant initiative and independent judgment in discharging duties.
- Work is reviewed by the Clinical Director through an evaluation of the completion of assignments as well as individual and group supervision.
- Keep records such as bio-psychosocial assessments, evaluation and keep client case records current according to the established guidelines.
- Coordinate collection of urine samples ensuring that all protocols and chain of custody guidelines are followed.
- Work with social agencies and managed care organizations, hospitals, clinics, courts and gatekeepers in carrying out tasks of persons with chemical dependency and/or mental health problems.
- Provide, facilitate and supervise individual and group counseling in planning to meet the needs of clients and assist them in utilizing these resources.
- Prepare treatment plans and histories; write letters, make reports and maintain documentation on client treatment records.
- Encourage, reassure and give needed support; recommend educational and occupational training and/or possibilities for placement.
- Provide assessments and evaluations based on appropriate criteria.
- Attend, participate and when necessary, help facilitate special events such as retreats, trips, workshops, etc.
- Responsible for full client caseload
- Attend, participate and when necessary, help facilitate all staff meetings.
- Support and demonstrate adherence to Tuerk House Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct and all personnel policies and procedures.
- Interview residents for admission or referral
- Monitor all city, state, and federal regulations for half-way houses to ensure compliance.
- Continue special training in areas designated by supervisor.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and appropriate professional certificates and credentials.
- All other duties as described in the job description or as assigned
Next Steps:
- For more details on this position, press “apply” and submit your resume. We’ll review your resume and reach out to you to schedule a phone screen
- Resumes can also be sent directly to Maria Battaglia, mabattag@amergis.com
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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