Per Diem Mental Health Counselor

Job description

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and Concerted Care Group (CCG) is a leading outpatient treatment provider in the Mid-Atlantic region. We are committed to treating individuals whose lives have been impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. We do this by providing compassionate and evidence-based treatment, aimed at improving the quality of life for those we serve.

We are dedicated to a client-centered mission that achieves measurable outcomes through a culture of diversity and inclusion. Driven by our innovative integrated behavioral model, we empower our team to make a meaningful impact every day.

We stand behind our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which are the core of our company with our patients and employees. Our leadership team invests to enhance the programs we offer patients to expand access to care and offer flexibility. Patient care is at the heart of everything we do. We want your experience and expertise on our team! When you join our organization, you are connecting to a committed and caring group of colleagues.

We are currently in search of an experienced Per Diem Mental Health Clinician for our Columbia, MD location. The Addiction Counselor position at Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and all of its subsidiaries ("Kolmac" or the "Company") is held by someone who is innovative and committed to learning and developing their counseling skill, working and collaborating with an innovative, inter-disciplinary team. This position requires someone who is invested in patient care and brings a solution-focused attitude and outlook.

Responsibilities

Develops a treatment alliance with patients that is mutual, collaborative, and individualized, meeting changing clinical needs throughout treatment

PRN would provide availability for PM group coverage 5:30-8:30, as needed.

Facilitates mental health treatment groups in the IOP and OP levels of care

Prepares and presents addiction/recovery education presentations to all patients

Engages in case management sessions, including assessments, collaborative treatment goals, discharge planning, partnership with referral sources and/or other providers

Promotes the organizations image in a positive and professional manner

Is expected to provide direct care up to 55% of weekly work hours depending on program and position

Works with treatment team to meet the co-occurring psychiatric needs of patients

Coordinates care for all appropriate support services, including referral sources, family members, and other support providers

Responsible for maintaining timely and well written documentation that meets state and CARF standards

Demonstrates commitment to excellent patient care, which is measured through clinical outcomes, such as patient retention, attendance, successful program completion, transitioning from IOP to OP, treatment goal attainment, etc

Responsible for obtaining signatures from licensed therapist/supervisor for documents requiring a second signature when applicable

Provide evaluations for substance use disorders using DSM-V and ASAM level of care criteria

Carries the on call phone for one week, several times through the year - supporting the needs of any patients in crisis outside of our business hours when applicable

Has experience with Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma informed care approaches

Embodies the spirit of a teacher, continually demonstrating positive energy that promotes addiction recovery education and learning, both in and out of group/individual sessions

Attends and is prepared for professional meetings, including treatment team

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Strong clinical, verbal, and writing skills

Is engaging with patients, while promoting and maintaining accountability

Flexible and creative team player

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a program that will grow and expand over the next several years

Minimum of 2 years' experience working in the Mental Health field. Group treatment experience preferred, but not required

Experience and comfort working with an electronic medical record

Knowledgeable and well-versed in various mental health modalities.

Licenses and other required credentials: LGPC, LMSW, LCSW, and LCSW-C in Maryland

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health has been a leader in Outpatient Treatment since 1973. Patient care is at the heart of what we do. Kolmac Outpatient Recovery and Concerted Care Group (CCG) have merged to provide addiction treatment and behavioral health treatment services for individuals, families, couples, and groups. We serve communities across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We are still growing!

Worksite address

columbia, MD, 21046, US

Who can apply

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