Billerica, MA30+ days ago
Working with MATADOR program staff to ensure continuity of care; Conducts individual counseling sessions, under supervision of the MATADOR Program, as scheduled and documents as required; Facilitates treatment groups, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required; Maintains a patient caseload; Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments, for patients in the MATADOR Program; Prepares an individual treatment plan for each assigned patient; May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients; Works with the Case Managers, Navigator Staff and other MSO Department Staff regarding the needs of the patient population; Evaluates patient’s needs and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed; Insures all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear, concise manner; Complies with MSO organizational policies, procedures and performance improvement initiatives; Responsible for ensuring that medical records for patients are in full compliance with company or clinic policies, federal and state laws and regulations at all times; Performing other work as assigned by the MATADOR Program Director, MATADOR Nurse Manager, Director of Mental Health or Health Service Administrator. Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines or a closely related field: clinical psychology, education-counseling, medicine, psychology, psychiatric nursing, rehabilitative counseling, social work, and a minimum of one year of supervised substance use disorder counseling experience; Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and one year (1) of clinical experience is preferred; Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and execute close attention to detail; Strong written, communication, organizational, problem-solving and time-management skills; Ability to maintain comprehensive and cohesive records.