Detox Clinician

Detox Clinician

Canaan, CT

About the Position:

The Clinician provides counseling and support to individuals on the detoxification unit. This position provides individual and group counseling, in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary treatment team, to ensure each client's experience of detox is as comfortable and safe as possible. The Clinician will work closely with the client, their family, and outside providers on behalf of the client to ensure a smooth transition to the next level of care through an individualized treatment plan. The Clinician will conduct biopsychosocial and collaborate with the team to provide support conducting intakes, as needed.

Schedule:

Wednesday through Saturday: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Your Role:

• Comply with all federal, state and accreditation regulatory requirements.
• Review clients' records from previous treatment providers.
• Collaborate with clients' emergency contacts, family members, former providers, and referral sources regarding treatment plans.
• Complete comprehensive clinical utilization reviews on a regular basis and communicate all insurance needs to Utilization Review Department
• Collaborate in the development of a multidisciplinary and individualized treatment plan, including referrals to APRN, Psychiatrist, Mind Body Spirit Program, Adventure Based Counseling Program and Continuing Care and update as needed
• Model, explain and encourage pro-social behaviors such as: 12-step meeting etiquette, time management, appropriate language, dress and the importance of building same gender fellowships
• Participate in daily rounds
• Communicate with medical and nursing staff any observed or reported withdrawal symptoms or medical complaints on clients' behalf
• Collaborate with Mountainside team as a whole
• Participate in weekly individual and group clinical supervision
• Maintain communication with clients' family to report progress and wellbeing during detox treatment
• Collaborate with client and Continuing Care staff to create an aftercare plan that transitions the client to his/her next phase of recovery, taking into account housing and therapeutic needs
• Document findings and progress in the clients' medical record maintaining compliance with all regulatory bodies and HIPAA.
• Administer complete and thorough biopsychosocial assessments to clients within 72 hours of their entering treatment.
• Assist interdepartmentally, conducting intakes as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in related field
• Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) or currently working towards licensure
• Minimum one year experience/knowledge in substance abuse treatment

Compensation:

The base rate of pay for this position is $55,000 to $75,000 per year. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year with Mountainside)
• Paid holidays including a Multicultural Holiday
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus
• Monthly $75.00 wellness reimbursement. Our Wellness Reimbursement benefit is meant to encourage employees to engage in productive self-care to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue.

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.

Here at Mountainside Treatment Center, we strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu as recommended by the CDC.

Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.