Substance Use Therapist Department of Corrections $2500 retention bonus

The Providence Center Substance Use Therapist position is eligible for a $2,500 retention bonus.

About the role

The Department of Corrections Substance Use Therapist will provide individual and group therapy and monitor client progress within the program.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial screening, intake and assessment, orientation, crisis intervention, individual and group substance abuse counseling, client education, referral, treatment planning, and consultation for clients.
• Treat clients with respect.
• Evaluate psychological, social and physiological signs and symptoms of substance abuse.
• Collect pertinent data from appropriate collateral sources in accordance with confidentiality guidelines.
• Develop a diagnostic evaluation of the client’s substance use disorder and criminogenic risk factors.
• Perform in a calm and professional manner during crisis or emergency situations.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Center policy and legal requirements.
• Serve as a role model to clients on a daily basis in areas such as daily living skills and decision making.
• Identify specific therapeutic interventions appropriate for specific problems.
• Monitor client progress.
• Complete record keeping in accordance with TPC and other policies/procedures.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with Center, community partners, clients, and the public.
• Assist with discharge planning as necessary.
• Maintain active involvement in professional and lay mental health organizations within the community.
• Attend trainings, staff meetings, case presentations, conferences, etc.
• Provide feedback to staff on the content of educational programs attended.
• Attend mandatory in-service trainings and other trainings required for renewal of licensure.
• Serve on appropriate committees.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• LCDP or actively working toward licensure is required.
• Must have experience in group facilitation as well as knowledge of criminogenic risk factors.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients, community partners, and Center employees.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license, registration, current inspection and insured automobile.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group—is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in important discussions about health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

Pay

This position is eligible for a $2,500 retention bonus.