Therapist - OP

What does the PRN Therapist do?

• Provides direct care to clients utilizing the core competencies of addiction counseling and/or mental health counseling.
• Serves as a resource person for other professionals in his/her specific area of expertise.
• Co-signs all notes written by students, interns, and unlicensed professionals under his/her supervision.
• Affords assistance with any family-related issues, conflicts, evaluations, and other follow-up as needed.
• Assists in preparing and facilitating weekly groups/activities with residents.
• Prepares and writes notes or other documents related to treatment and recovery (e.g., assessment, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge, etc.) within 48 hours of intervention/contact.
• Performs other duties and special projects as required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or counseling from an accredited university or equivalent education in the treatment of addictive disorders.
• Maintains a current and unrestricted license with his/her respective professional board or licensing authority in the state of Louisiana.

Physical Demands

• This job requires employees to have a full range of physical capabilities, including the ability to handle and lift patients, demonstrate manual and finger dexterity, and maintain good eye-hand coordination.
• Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift and carry items up to 40 lbs.
• Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range are also required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.