PHP Clinician

Overview

Gosnold, Inc. has been a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders for over 50 years. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of care offering a wide range of treatment options. Highly regarded for innovation, we offer a comprehensive patient centered continuum of care tailored to fit the needs of each individual. Gosnold welcomes like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission to support people and families affected by these disorders, and to promote lasting recovery.

Summary

The Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Clinician will assist with the initial evaluation and patient intake interviews and assessments, assess patient’s presenting problems, formulate diagnoses, and make recommendations regarding appropriate treatment. This position requires demonstrated knowledge of the disease of addiction and/or mental illness, twelve-step recovery principles, and other evidence-based practices in addiction or mental health treatment.

Essential Job Functions/Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with developing, implementing, and modifying, as necessary, treatment plans and continuing care plans.
• Conduct case management services and prepare discharge summaries.
• Provide crisis management for patients, including, if required, on-call consults.
• Interact with referral sources and other external providers to ensure coordination of patient services.
• Participate in continuing education activities and in-service training programs to remain knowledgeable in area(s) of expertise and to meet credentialing and privileging requirements.
• Attend meetings as directed and meet with supervisor to receive supervision and participate in clinical reviews.
• Monitor caseload to guarantee compliance with third-party payers, including chart reviews, completing pre-certification requests, initial and continuing reviews, and authorizations.
• Serve as a resource person to Gosnold and the community in areas of expertise, including presenting classes, speaking engagements and agency consultation, as directed by the Program Director.
• Document patient records in accordance with Gosnold standards and regulatory and payer requirements, utilizing electronic formats, as required.
• Serve as professional mentor to Interns, Counselors, and visiting students.
• Abide by the professional staff code of ethics and maintain a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, dual-relationships, and professional stature.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

• Education: Master’s degree in counseling or related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum one to two (1-2) years supervised counseling experience as part of a behavioral health education curriculum. Working familiarity and/or direct experience in the use of relevant technology (EMRs, tele-health, etc.).
• Skills: Training in the special population areas necessary for provision of effective counseling and care management. Ability to interact and relate to persons in early recovery from addiction and chronic mental health concerns.
• Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Independent license (LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT) preferred.
• BENEFITS (based on full-time employment):
• Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
• 403b retirement savings plan with employer match
• Personal financial management services
• Life and supplemental life insurance
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer.