Job Description:

SUMMARY: National Capital Treatment & Recovery, formerly Phoenix House, a nonprofit substance use treatment facility is hiring a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor to work in our new OP program in the Baltimore, MD area. This position is responsible for helping operate the program, manage a caseload, and facilitate groups. The Program is located in the Baltimore, MD region. This is a partnership with a low-income housing development focused primarily on the elderly population needing substance abuse assistance. MUST HAVE VALID MARYLAND LCPC OR LCSW LICENSE and experience with Maryland Medicaid and Medicare services. This is a full-time, M-F 9am-5pm position with full benefits.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Conducts individual and group counseling sessions for clients enrolled inOP treatmentServes as primary counselor to clients, responsible for coordinating all elements of client's treatmentReview pre-admission data, notes and medical historyComplete psychosocial assessment and entrance review on each clientMaintain client records and document all changes and progress in client's behavior in accurate, chronological progress notesInitiate and document contact with all referral sources, family members, and other relevant partiesEnsure all documentation is maintained according to state licensure regulationsDocument progression through the level system and in accordance to the level systemComplete monthly and quarterly reports on all assigned clientsDevelop an individualized service plan for each client and for each new identified treatment issueConduct individual and group treatment planning sessions to review and revise treatment plans weeklyFacilitate individual and group counseling sessions to identify and assess issues, goals and measurable objectivesProvide didactic and experiential education for clients and facilitates group processDevelop and present educational lecturesFacilitate treatment groups as scheduledConduct the family program/group as scheduledAct as advocate for clients within the residential structureMonitor client activity throughout groups and lectures assignedAttend weekly staffing, clinical meetings and other meetings as necessaryRead and record observations in the daily shift log and communication logWork with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that the program in delivering a high quality treatment experienceMaintain ethical standards and continued professional growth, including:a. Abide by Program and NCTR policy and proceduresb. Ensure all CARF standards are instituted and maintainedc. Promote, in public and private contacts, the quality standards and ethical practices of NCTR staffd. Continue professional growth by attending workshops, trainings and staff in-service trainings to increase skill and knowledge and to set appropriate example for staffe. Maintain current licensure/certification including CES, CPR, First Aidf. Maintain professional boundaries with staff and clientsg. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree in Social Work, or a related field requiredLicense as a Clinical Social Worker in the State of Maryland requiredMinimum of two years experience working in a human service/substance abuse treatment settingExperience working with Maryland Medicaid and MedicareExperience working with geriatric population preferredKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:Knowledge of chemical addiction treatment and of 12 Step recovery processExperience with appropriate population for position in social services or treatment, if applicableDemonstrates empathy, compassion, and respect for clients in group, individual counseling, and daily interactionsMaintains objectivity towards all clients and make clinical decisions based on accurate information.Administers behavior management of clients effectively and with appropriate frequency, using a variety of privileges and sanctions per policyDemonstrates appropriate boundaries between self and clientsTracks progress of clients assigned to caseloadWorks cooperatively with others and supervisorsDemonstrates patience and consideration in dealing with othersDemonstrates thoughtful decision-makingEnsures client confidentiality in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulationsPHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. In the course of performing this job, one typically spends time sitting, walking, standing, carrying, climbing stairs, lifting up to 10 pounds, listening, speaking, typing, reading, and writing.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.NCTR is an equal employment organization