Substance Abuse Therapist

Unit:   The Salvation Army – Great Lakes Harbor Light System

Position:         Substance Abuse Therapist

Reports to:     Clinical Supervisor

Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Purpose:

Provide substance abuse counseling to clients of The Salvation Army Harbor Light System in accordance with Harbor Light policies and procedures.  

Summary:

Apply clinical practices and provide client services to the clients of The Salvation Army Harbor Light

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual, group, and educational counseling sessions
• Maintain case records in accordance with Harbor Light standards
• Follows up to determine reliability and validity of individual client treatment plan established; makes recommendations regarding modification to services and service delivery
• Maintain contact with referral sources, (i.e., gatekeeper, parole/probation agents) submitting requests for authorization for treatment as well as required reports
• Complete discharge documentation on each client to include aftercare plan, referral and letters to referring agencies
• Participates in the review of all clinical issues, activities and program policies and procedures
• Distribute/collect treatment satisfaction surveys at beginning of treatment, mid treatment and at discharge
• Attends all clinical staff meetings, and team conferences
• Participates in educational courses, seminars, workshops, current literature and in-service meetings to enhance treatment skills

Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience working with substance abuse populations
• TB Test and police clearance required
• Authorization to work within The United States

Education/Experience: 

• Must possess a Masters degree in Behavioral Science (Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology)

Computer Skills: 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and email system
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records system preferred

1. 1. Reasoning Ability: 

• Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements
• Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures

1. 2. Certificates and Licenses: 

• Must possess approved MCBAP certification (CADC, CAADC, etc), approved Development Plan, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
• Must possess State of Michigan license (LLMSW, LMSW, LPC, LLPC)

1. 3. Physical Demands: 

• Ability to lift 10 pounds
• Frequent sitting for long periods of time
• Capability to visually inspect packages, equipment and fixtures, as well as observe people and events
• Ability to hear and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Capability to use standard office machines like copiers and fax machines

Office setting

1. 5. In addition:  Must be highly organized, motivated, a self starter with the ability to multi-task, be creative.

From time to time duties and responsibilities that are not outlined in this job description may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of Management.