Therapist – Hickory Treatment Centers
Department: Clinical
Direct Report To: Clinical Director
Shift Schedule: Full Time; Tuesday - Saturday
The Therapist will serve as a direct clinical professional providing individual, group, and family therapy.
Under the immediate supervision of the Clinical Director, Therapists will treat a selected caseload of clients suffering from behavioral health and addiction related issues. These clinicians must be able to perform biopsychosocial assessments, participate in multi-disciplinary treatment, and discharge planning for clients.
Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on
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Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
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Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment
To provide high quality, acute care for adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve.
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401k
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Dental insurance
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Flexible schedule
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Health insurance
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PTO
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Vision insurance
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Career development
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Mental health days
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Holiday pay
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Master’s Degree and Current Indiana Licensure (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PSY.D, LPCC) or License Eligibility
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At least 2 years prior experience in a behavioral healthcare setting, with residential treatment experience preferred.
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Commitment to client, family, and referent satisfaction
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Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
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Professional appearance, aptitude, and attitude
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Impeccable ethics, integrity, and customer relations skills
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Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills
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Computer literacy and ability to use an EMR.
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Knowledge of “best practices” behavioral medicine treatment delivery and methodologies
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Knowledge of MAT services or MAT certification preferred.
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Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills
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Ability to understand the requirements of the clientele.
Clinical Responsibilities and Client Care
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Contact assigned clients within 24 hours of admission and conduct weekly 1:1 encounters
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Complete Biopsychosocial, Admission Note, ASAM Level 3.5 Criteria, SUD Treatment Plan, and assign diagnosis within 24 hours of admission.
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Complete weekly 1:1 Session Notes, SUD Treatment Plan Updates, and ASAM Criteria Updates for each assigned client.
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Effectively lead therapeutic groups and complete Group Session Individual Notes in the EMR
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Complete Columbia Suicide Severity Scale, ASAM Discharge/Transfer Criteria, and Discharge Summary/Aftercare Plan at discharge.
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Assess, respond to, and document suicide risk appropriately
Documentation, EMR & Compliance
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Review and sign Case Management progress Notes every seven days for each assigned client
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Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, including proper procedures for release of client information.
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Follow policy and procedure when a client requests discharge AMA
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Ensure all clinical documentation meets internal standards and regulatory requirements
Professional Standards, Licensing, & Team Participation
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Maintain current license, certification, and registration as applicable
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Participate in performance improvement activities
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Attend weekly staffing meetings with the treatment team
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Perform additional duties as assigned by the clinical Director or Executive Director
Safety, Infection Control & Reporting
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Report safety hazards to the supervisor or Executive Director.
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Perform appropriate hand hygiene throughout the shift.
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Use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately
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Independently Licensed: $70,000 - $75,000 annually
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License Eligible: $65,000 – $70,000 annually
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Master’s Level: $55,000 - $65,000 annually
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