Clinician I

Job Summary:

Under general supervision of the Program Director the Clinician has the responsibility of assessing, diagnosing and identifying the appropriate level of patient care by conducting a comprehensive American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) assessment and/or an Initial Triage Assessments (ITA) and participate in treatment plan development.

Major Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

Following is a general listing of the job duties inherent in this position. The employee may also perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

• Performs culturally competent comprehensive assessments, identify an appropriate diagnoses and develop a treatment plan within the required time frame.
• Provide guidance, consultation and approval of their assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans and progress notes.
• Maintain detailed client record documentation; progress notes and treatment reviews.
• Participates as member of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing clinical input related to client diagnosis and recommended treatment plans. Consults with staff to review client cases and medication issues.
• Demonstrates knowledge and competency in substance abuse and co-occurring disorder treatment. Must be sensitive and responsive to cultural differences among the agency's client population.
• May carry a caseload and conduct individual/group sessions including family education groups.
• Regularly meet and maintain the agencies expected productivity goal.
• Make and monitor appropriate referrals when necessary
• Support the orientation and training of staff and interns.
• Actively participates in continuous quality improvement efforts and peer review functions.
• Consults with and serves as a liaison with community agencies, school personnel, parents, and other programs and services to evaluate community health needs and services; advocates and educates on needs of specific client.
• Makes presentations to community and other groups outside the facility.

Clinician Competencies and Performance Expectations

All Clinicians are expected;

• Assess and re-assess client status and make accurate diagnosis and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Analyze crisis situations in a prompt and concise manner to facilitate appropriate treatment and referrals.
• Present client history and behavioral impressions for further review.
• Prepare detailed case summaries and documentation and maintain accurate client records in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Provide education, consultation and in-service trainings for staff.
• Protect clients' rights and provide advocacy for all clients.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other therapists, county staff, referral agencies, physicians and the public.