Looking for an inspiring organization in which to thrive and feel appreciated?
Sanford Behavioral Health, located in Marne, Michigan, is seeking an Outpatient Clinical Therapist, preferably with a background in substance use disorders.
What sets us apart?
Sanford Behavioral Health is a family-owned and operated business unapologetically located in the Midwest, and our midwestern values are the key to our many successes. We offer a program unlike any other in the state. We are different in that our beautiful, historically renovated mansions offer a homelike setting in which people can begin the hard work of seeking recovery.
We believe that all men and women deserve to find the place from which they draw strength. In recovery, our clients are able to rekindle previous interests and develop new skills. We believe that there are many paths to recovery. And just as each client is unique, every recovery is unique. We want to encourage our clients to find their inner grit, rekindle their interests, and engage their passion. Our goal is to prepare our clients for an inspired life in recovery. Won’t you help us in this mission?
Our employees are the heart of our business. We offer a welcoming and supportive environment in which to further your career, as well as competitive benefits. We have assembled a group of talented and credentialed professionals to create an unmatched team for which to join. We are inspired by them every day and trust that you will be too.
Role and Responsibilities
- Provides support for carrying out overall program and adherence to local, state, and accreditation regulations and standards.
- Provides completion of the orientation of clients to treatment.
- Provides individual and group counseling, didactic and process groups, and family counseling as needed along with case management.
- Processes screening and referrals, psychosocial assessments, individualized treatment plans, treatment plan reviews and updates, progress notes, utilization reviews, transition and discharge plans, and continuing care plans.
- Provides timely completion of paperwork related to the practice of counseling.
- Presents education to clients and families related to addiction, relapse, and recovery issues.
- Maintains all files and records in accordance with quality assurance standards.
- Monitors the needs of clients, including inter-agency referrals and follow-up.
- Assists in the continued support of alumnae as needed.
- Assists in the support and orientation of interns and contract staff.
- Participates in staff development and training, including staff meetings, in-service training, advanced skill workshops, and continuing education.
- Assures maintenance of client rights, health, welfare, and safety by providing support to all team members and by maintaining continuity of quality care.
- Makes client referrals to necessary care, including medical and crisis care.
- Stays up to date on professional licenses and all necessary continuing education and supervision as required.
- Presents professionally to the public when representing Sanford House.
- Completes timely client reviews for insurance purposes.
- Advocates for insurance coverage with timely and thorough communication with third-party billing companies.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Limited Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor or equivalent with appropriate licensure and/or certification with the state of Michigan.
- SPADA, CADC, or CAADC certification or working toward the development of certification.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Possesses excellent communication skills, self-motivation, good leadership potential, knowledge of case management, and good decision-making ability.
- Ability to work with a team milieu approach to the treatment of men and women.
- Knowledge of community resources.
- Knowledge or experience with the 12-Step program of recovery and/or alternative pathways to recovery.
- Knowledge of counseling theories and interpersonal dynamics.
- Ability to identify own strengths and areas of improvement and communicate needs to supervisor.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds.
- Must be able to perform repetitive tasks such as typing for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to clearly express and exchange ideas by means of spoken words to impart oral information to employees or others accurately or quickly, engaging in sometimes lengthy conversations or presentations.
- Must be able to ascend and descend stairs daily.
- Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hand or hands.
- Must be able to perceive sound by ear to interpret oral information from employees or others accurately or quickly.
- Work will be performed in an office environment with fluctuating temperatures.
ADA Disclaimer
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
EEOC Statement
Sanford Behavioral Health is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by Federal, State, or local laws.
