Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs provide comprehensive mobile treatment services for adults with a persistent mental health illness. The program is for individuals who have not found success in traditional outpatient settings and who require individualized treatment services when and where its needed.
What to expect.
This is a mobile opportunity to provide individualized treatment to individuals who often respond better to nontraditional therapies such as walk and talk. You will meet each client where they are and develop treatment plans built on trust and safety.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Conducting comprehensive assessments that examine the relationship between substance use and mental health.
- Working with the treatment team community resources and support systems to maintain and implement treatment goals.
- Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Transporting and/or accompanying clients to medical and other appointments as needed.
Work hours typically follow a Monday Friday schedule. Must have availability for occasional evening and/or weekend work. You will have independence and flexibility to schedule your appointments and complete your work under the program directors direct approval and supervision.
What youll get from us.
At Sheppard Pratt you will work alongside a multidisciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- A commitment to professional development including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
- Free clinical supervision to those working towards licensure
- Licensing and certification preparation assistance
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
- 403b retirement match
- Generous paidtimeoff for benefit eligible positions
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Grand rounds CME opportunities and onsite lectures
- Crossdiscipline collaboration
The pay range for this position is $47840 minimum to $52000 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to license and years and level of related experience.
What we need from you.
- One of the following combinations:
- A bachelors degree and be a Certified Associate CounselorAlcohol and Drug (CACAD).
- A masters degree and be a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC).
- A masters degree and be a Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LGADC).
- A CSCAD certification may be considered if candidate can demonstrate ability to obtain CACAD certification within 2 years of hire and supervision is available.
- A drivers license with 3points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
WHY SHEPPARD PRATT
At Sheppard Pratt we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individuals facing lifes challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!