Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Program Counselor

Summary: Independently certified or licensed counselor to provide group, individual and family therapy to adults in our Intensive Outpatient Program. IOP Counselor will assist clients using best practices of group counseling techniques. Responsible for providing assessment, case management and clinical addiction and treatment services to Limen Recovery Wellness clients. The IOP Group counselor works to address other social needs and utilizes referral services for necessary hospitalization or advance assessments and/or treatments. Is proficient in cognitive behavior therapy that is trauma informed. Understands family systems work, Gestalt, mindfulness and other techniques that support their clinical practice.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Complete psychosocial assessment, treatment plans and treatment plan updates within established timeframe.

2. Initiate, upon admission, discharge planning in collaboration with the client.

3. Demonstrate skill of writing individualized, behavioral and mental treatment goals based upon information on psychosocial assessment and psychiatric evaluation.

4. Conduct daily group therapy sessions. Conduct individual and/or family therapy session for every five to ten groups individuals attend or ensure individual is seen by our clinicians.

5. Collaborate with psychiatrist directing the group to ensure quality continuation of care, and schedule weekly medication management appointments.

6. Obtain insurance benefit information, authorization for treatment, and perform ongoing utilization reviews ensuring revenue is successfully received.

7. Demonstrate skill in documentation which meets all regulatory and Limen Recovery Wellness standards. Files all medical records within 24 hours of the date of service.

8. Provide ongoing outreach and marketing support.

9. Responds appropriately to patient’s requests.

10. Provide comprehensive education, instructions, and/or advocacy information designed to assist the client and significant others to secure needed health care follow up services.

11. Provide referring physicians and/or psychotherapists with weekly updates of client’s compliance with their progress in treatment.

12. Adhere to Limen Recovery Wellness Policies and Procedures.

13. Prepare and assist with audits.

14. Assist with community outreach and marketing events.

15. Ensure we are meeting all organizational goals for IOP success.

16. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent; and four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Specialized Training:

· Clinical Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Counseling, or other similar program of study

Certificates and Licenses:

· Delaware State Licensure (LPCMH, LCSW, LMFT) preferred, Delaware CADC required.

· Continuing education credits (CEUs) as required by licensing/certification board.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Abilities:

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Strong writing skills

· Positive attitude

· Shows concern for people and community

· Demonstrate and presents with self-confidence

· Self-starter

· Goal driven

· Foster, build, and maintain community partnerships

· Strong ability to motivate individuals

· Exhibit organization and follow through on tasks and goals

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, DE 19801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000