Are you ready to make a positive impact and empower patient wellness for those dealing with addiction and mental health challenges in a collaborative outpatient setting If so join our team as we are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Intake Specialist/Therapist to join our close-knit team at Detroit Recovery Project. Who We Are: Detroit Recovery Project Inc. (DRP) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) that provides outpatient recovery support services for those with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We treat the whole person through our integrated programs of primary medical and behavioral healthcare. Our program philosophy is rooted in developing a healthy recovery ecosystem for those seeking long-term recovery. Through strong therapeutic relationships with our clients helping them to understand the underlying social and emotional issues that drive their substance use the recovery ecosystem focuses on five key areas: - Health & Wellness
- Spirituality
- Employment
- Education/Training
- Family & Recovery Support
What were looking for: DRP is currently seeking a full-time Intake Specialist/Mental Health & SUD Therapist. The Intake Specialist/Mental Health & SUD Therapist is responsible forscreening organizing and coordinating new intake calls and referrals scheduling and other communications for DRPs clients while maintaining a small (minimally) five client caseload. Whileproviding expertise in handling professional casework the Intake Specialist/Mental Health and SUD Therapist will engage in intensive therapy to address complex social problems and develop personalized treatment plans. The Intake Specialist/Mental Health & SUD Therapistwill work with individuals groups and families ensuring that those served receive the care they deserve and will beresponsible for ensuring potential clients needs are understood so they are matched to the right clinician for them. Compensation Range:The compensation for this position is $70000 per year and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. This is a salaried-exempt role that is ineligible for overtime compensation. The Ideal candidate will: - Screen assess diagnose and create treatment plans to help clients on their path to recovery.
- Participate in treatment team conferences and collaborate with other professionals family members and referral sources.
- Research locate and act as a liaison between available help outlets based on clients needs offering both in-house and external referrals.
- Follow up on the services clients are referred to ensuring their participation and program compliance.
- Maintain flexible hours to meet the needs of our clients and agency.
Conduct initial assessments as well as follow up assessments. Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear concise manner. Retrieve clients past medical history treatment and/or psychological records prior to initial appointment. Create and implement plans for aftercare for assigned patients. Act as a liaison with insurance carriers as requested. Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
Qualifications: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work Counseling or a related field.
- At least 2 years of experience in a mental health setting as a Fully Licensed BSW MSW LPC or an equivalent combination of experience and education such as an LMSW
- LMSW or LPC License in the State of Michigan
- Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) Certificate or MCBAP CAADC Development Plan (required for providing Substance Use Disorder Services).
- A valid and unrestricted State of Michigan Drivers License and insurance
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficiency with EMR systems is a plus!
Whats in it for you: - A collaborative environment with Clinical Site Leaders and regular peer review
- Flexible scheduling-Excellent work/life balance (full-time and part-time schedules available)
- Full comprehensive benefits available to full-time employees:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k with Company match
- EAP
- Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF & HRSA*)
*HRSA Student Loan Forgiveness is specific to positions approved by the HRSA Program.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: The COVID-19 Vaccination is strongly encouraged but not required for employment with Detroit Recovery Project. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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