What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult, Child and Family Therapist/Chemical Dependency Counselor position at Northeast Ohio Neighborhood?
General Duties
Under the general direction of the Behavioral Health Director, the Adult, Child and Family Therapist/ Chemical Dependency Counselor provides behavioral health services to NEON patients experiencing mental health conditions and chemical dependency. Conducts history and assessment; determines diagnosis; develops treatment plan and provides clinical counseling, psychosocial interventions and social psychotherapy. Provides Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral and Treatment (SBIRT), Substance Abuse Therapy and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).
Education
- Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field from an accredited university;
- Completion of post-graduate fieldwork and supervised practice as required for State licensure;
Minimum Qualifications
- Current and valid State of Ohio Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor (LPCC-S), Licensure with the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board;
- Current and valid State of Ohio Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDCIII) or Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC), Licensure with the Ohio Chemical Dependency (OCDP) Board;
- Minimum two years of experience in counseling, psychotherapy and case management with children, adolescents and families.
- Minimum two years of experience working with substance abuse issues, preferred.
- Superior communications skills both verbal and written.
- Ability to work effectively with diversity both among patients and co-workers, including interdisciplinary teams.
Technical Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Ability to become proficient in the use of NextGen software.
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