Gambling Disorder Clinician

The Gambling Disorder Clinician will provide comprehensive treatment and case management services to individuals with a dual diagnosis of gambling disorder and co-occurring mental health (MH) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). The clinician will integrate gambling disorder-specific interventions into the ongoing care plan, focusing on both the treatment and recovery support for individuals struggling with gambling addiction. This role is part of a state-funded initiative aimed at enhancing gambling disorder services in licensed MH and SUD treatment settings. 

Key Responsibilities

• Screening and Assessment: Implement evidence-based gambling disorder screenings for all individuals at intake using the Brief Psychosocial Gambling Screen (BPGS) and conduct full assessments for those identified as at-risk with other gambling screening tools. 

• Treatment Planning: Develop and integrate gambling-specific treatment plans, ensuring a holistic approach that addresses both gambling and co-occurring MH/SUD issues. 

• Clinical Interventions: Provide individual, group, and family therapy focused on gambling disorder using evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and MI. 

• Psychoeducation: Conduct psychoeducation sessions on gambling disorder for consumers and their families, increasing awareness of the disorder’s impact and recovery options. 

• Recovery Support: Facilitate recovery support services, including connections to Gamblers Anonymous, SMART recovery, financial counseling, and peer recovery services. 

• Case Management: Assist individuals with the social, financial, and legal consequences of gambling addiction, ensuring access to additional community resources and services. 

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical documentation and comply with state reporting requirements, including tracking service delivery and outcomes. 

• Training and Supervision: Participate in required DMHAS-sponsored training, including the 30-hour gambling-specific training at Rutgers University. Educate agency staff on gambling disorder and related services. 

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure integrated care and liaise with external agencies for continued consumer support. 

Hours 

Full time; full time positions include the following benefits: 

• 3.2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year 

• Medical, vision, dental and life insurance 

• 403(b) employee participation and employer match                   

• 9 Agency-paid holidays 

Education& Experience 

• Required Licensure: CADC or LCADC with LAC, LPC, LCSW, LSW, or equivalent. Commitment to pursuing International Certification in Gambling Counseling (ICGC) Level I or II within 2 years 

• Education: Master’s in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field. 

• Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience with gambling disorders, SUD, or MH issues preferred. 

• Skills: Strong clinical skills in EBPs for gambling disorder, including CBT and MI. Ability to manage co-occurring disorders in treatment plans. 

• Cultural Competence: Ability to deliver culturally competent care, adhering National CLAS standards. 

• Technology: Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and case management systems. 

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   

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