Outpatient Clinician (Per Diem)

Outpatient Clinician (Fee-for-Service)

Canaan, CT

About the Position:

The Outpatient Clinician is responsible for providing best-in-class group facilitation with the purpose of creating an individualized recovery experience that incorporates the body, mind and spirit of each client. The Outpatient Clinician is expected to provide coverage for Intensive Outpatient Program groups and Outpatient groups as needed.

This position operates on a fee-for-service model, offering competitive compensation of $70 - $90 per completed individual therapy session and $75 - $270 per group therapy session. Reduced pay will apply for no-shows or cancellations.

Your Role:

• Provide coverage for IOP and/or OP groups with a focus on integrated care as assigned.
• Conduct individual therapy sessions as needed.
• Comply with all federal, state, and accreditation regulatory requirements.
• Complete monitored urinalysis of clients, ensuring accuracy in documentation and processing of specimen.
• Demonstrate an understanding of group dynamics and processes.
• Collaborate and consult with the OPS interdisciplinary team members regarding group member clinical processes and needs.
• Conduct therapeutic treatment utilizing best practices of counseling and crisis intervention.

Qualifications:

• Graduate Degree in Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or related field required.
• Holds and maintains a license in the state of Connecticut as: LPC/LPC-A, LCSW/LMSW, or LMFT/LMFT-A required.
• Experience and/or knowledge in substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders preferred.
• Experience in outpatient level of care preferred.
• Experience with group therapy preferred.

Schedule and compensation:

• Per Diem Employment with flexible working hours, including days and evenings, to accommodate client needs.
• Fee-for-service model with an approximate rate of $70 to $90 per hour. Please note that the fee correlates with the service provided.

Benefits:

• Sick Time
• 401K with employer matching

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.

Here at Mountainside Treatment Center, we strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu as recommended by the CDC.

Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.