What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health/Addiction Counselor - Part-Time position at Rimrock?
Job Type
Part-time
Description
JOB SUMMARY :
Provides counseling services under the Mental Health License as required. Assures adherence to state statutes and rules, CARF standards, and federal regulations including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Positively represents the organization and promotes Rimrock's Mission to the community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Therapeutic Service Responsibilities :
- Conduct family and individual counseling.
- Conduct and observe ancillary groups as assigned.
- Provide relief counseling as needed throughout the organization.
- Conduct inpatient and outpatient assessments as assigned.
- Prepare timely and accurate records on patients and maintain substantial compliance on medical records audits. Assures all records meet state and CARF standards.
- Attend all scheduled staff meetings.
- Develops and implements the patients' Individualized Treatment plans.
- Must participate in the multidisciplinary team approach to provide patients with quality care.
- Other duties as assigned.
Quality Improvement Responsibilities :
Customer Service Responsibilities :
EDUCATION / TRAINING : BS degree in Behavioral or Human Services field. Master's degree in counseling field required. Minimum of 5 years clinical experience in a recognized healthcare facility. Specialized training in addiction treatment.
CERTIFICATE OR LICENSE : Must be licensed in the State of Montana as a LCPC or LCSW.
SKILLS : Clinical supervision, therapeutic skills, individual and group therapy, scheduling and coordination. Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft products including Word, Excel and Outlook.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Work is indoors in an office environment with moderate noise. Intermittent physical effort involving lifting of up to 25 pounds, walking and stooping is required. A typical workday involves sitting, frequent use of a keyboard, reaching with hands and arms, and talking and hearing, approximately 70% of the time. Approximately 30% or less of the time is spent standing. Normal vision abilities required, including close vision and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / JOB LOCATIONS : I nvolves everyday risk or discomfort requiring normal safety precautions in an office setting, meeting room and patient care areas. Work may involve mental and emotional stress. Some driving / traveling required. Will work primarily in main facility.
Disclaimer :
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
