IOP Master's Level Clinician

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The IOP Master's Level Clinician

Duties:

• The position provides group and individual therapy.
• Must be able to treat individuals with co-occurring disorders.
• Position will provide therapeutic interventions to address both chronic health problems and mental health symptoms for consumers.
• Position will complete assessments and make treatment recommendations based on presenting symptoms.
• Position will complete treatment plans, crisis plans, no harm contracts, releases of information and any other relevant documentation with consumers.
• Position will complete all documentation in the electronic medical record within 24 hours of initiation and update documentation as set by the program standard.

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

Summary of role of team :

• The IOP clinician is responsible for assessing the clients co-occurring needs and making recommendations to the treatment team regarding level of care and involvement of supports.
• IOP often coordinates with MAT, medication management, and case management services.

Summary of position :

• IOP clinician is responsible for conducting individual assessments to determine criteria that supports a diagnosis of co-occurring disorder.
• IOP will identify recommendations for treatment including outpatient or inpatient/detox care and coordinate referrals.
• IOP clinician will collaborate with medication management, individual therapy, and case management services as well as coordinate collaboration with probation, DCS, or other entities that supports the client's recovery process.
• IOP clinicians is responsible for scheduling assessments, conducting orientation for a screening process to determine eligibility for services, identifying financial requirements for grants and funding sources for options of treatment, and conducting group for IOP and relapse prevention.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

• The IOP Clinicians utilizes individual and conference space in the clinic to hold sessions and group.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

JOB SUMMARY

1) Service Delivery.

• Clients will be offered quality care in a group and/or individual setting.
• Completes screening, orientation, and intakes into programming.
• Facilitates IOP group sessions, with frequency and curriculum outlined by program guidelines.
• Provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions in individual, group, and/or family formats as appropriate.
• Introduce clients to various recovery modalities, including but not limited to the 12-Step model.
• Refers clients for and or coordinates care with medication assisted treatment (MAT) providers when appropriate.
• Develops and updates client treatment plan. Uses the plan as a living document to coordinate the delivery of services throughout the clients' participation in the program. Ensures client achieves goals and objectives or modifies plan as appropriate.
• Facilitates random drug screens with clients.

2) Professionalism.

• Maintains regular contact with referral sources and collaborates as needed regarding client care.
• Works closely with community partners and other Center programming to coordinate client care.
• Acts as a liaison to various forensic agencies, departments of children services, and other governmental entities as directed.
• Attends appropriate community events, taskforce meetings, training events, etc., upon request or as assigned.
• Works towards achieving or maintaining licensure as outlined by their state board of licensure.
• Meets with supervisor on a consistent basis to address identified concerns.

3) Documentation.

• Completes all documentation in compliance with Center standards and practices.
• Completes clinical documentation in all systems (TNWITS, Centricity, etc.) to ensure compliance with payer source standards.
• Maintains clinical and administrative compliance within all Center P&P, federal confidentiality (including 42CFR part 2), and CARF guidelines.
• Review, update, and/or revise treatment plan as appropriate to client's progress (weekly).
• Bases treatment decisions on a clinical framework and effectively establishes and documents medical necessity for the appropriate level of care.
• Effectively manages admissions and discharges; makes referrals for clients and/or family members as appropriate.
• Demonstrates a comprehensive and integrated service plan; client record clearly communicates the plan.

4) Teamwork

• Works in a multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of clients and help support team members.
• Attends weekly Treatment Team meetings; gives and receives positive feedback with team members.
• Demonstrates a consideration and concern for fellow workers and promotes harmonious relationships and attitudes.
• Updates referral sources on client's progress weekly as appropriate.
• Communicates directly and approaches conflict with a problem-solving, win/win approach.
• Demonstrates respect for cultural differences.

5) Productivity/Administrative/Census Management

• Completes administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Maintains client census per division standard.
• Completes accurate time sheet prior to deadline each pay period.
• Keep up-to-date attendance roster for groups and individual sessions.
• Clinician will assist in completing monthly utilization report as directed.
• Implements assignments given by supervisor by established deadlines.
• Completes additional job duties as assigned.
• Meets QA/QI indicators as set by the program.

COMPENSATION:

• Starting salary for this position is approximately $48,900 /yr based on relevant experience and education.

Schedule:

• The IOP clinician is a full time, exempt employee who operates typically within Monday through Friday 11am-8pm with a scheduled lunch.
• The schedule of the employee is determined upon group time and is subject to change.

Travel :

• This position requires an F endorsement which is mandatory for transporting clients.

Equipment/Technology :

• Basic computer skills are required for email, timekeeping, and documentation in the electronic medical record.

QUALIFICATIONS - IOP Master's Level Clinician

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Psychology, Marriage and Family therapy, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies, or other closely related field of study.

Experience / Knowledge :

• Extensive knowledge of addiction and general knowledge of mental health and co-occurring disorders is essential.
• Knowledge of 12 step programs, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and aftercare planning is required. Knowledge of trauma-informed care/practices is preferred.
• LADAC II or other relevant license or license-eligible with willingness to obtain.
• Experience working 1:1 and in a group setting with adults suffering from substance use and/or co-occurring disorders is preferred.
• Computer experience and working with electronic medical records is preferred.

Physical:

• Clinician must be able exercise sound judgment and effective decision making, ability to set boundaries, aptitude for empathic listening, flexibility, willingness, and adaptability to working with diverse populations.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and possess good time management and organizational skills.
• Clinician must be able to work independently and in a team setting, while adhering to federal confidentiality laws and accepted standards and guidelines.
• Must be able to initiate and maintain clinical relationships and interact appropriately with referral sources and other community partners.
• Must be able to see with correction, hear normal tones, and talk on phone.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and be able to push/pull up to 150 lbs.
• Close computer work required.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team with various personalities.
• Must be able to do long periods of sitting and standing.
• Must possess valid driver's license and must possess or obtain F Endorsement.
• CPR/First Aid certification is required in addition to Handle with Care to expand training with de-escalation techniques (training provided).

Location:

• Maryville, Tennessee

Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference!

Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

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