Primary Therapist Asheville Detox Center

Job Description

Job Description

Description:Are you looking to begin a new career positively impacting the lives of others? Look no further! Asheville Detox Center is currently seeking full-time Primary Therapists to join our team! As a Primary Therapist, you will have the opportunity to improve the lives of clients who are struggling with addiction and make a true difference in their lives. We are looking for someone who is compassionate, dedicated, and eager to grow!

About us: Asheville Detox Center was founded by individuals in recovery who have first-hand experience in receiving addiction treatment and have developed a specialized model of care that incorporates techniques that work while eliminating those that do not. Overall, our focus is on providing excellent care while maintaining a fun, calming environment for clients and staff alike. ADC is a client and family centered organization. We are passionate about helping others achieve freedom from drugs and alcohol and we are hoping you are too!

Position Summary: As a Primary Therapist at Asheville Detox Center, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of roughly 2-6 clients at a time. This includes weekly one on one sessions, biopsychosocial assessments, and treatment planning, maintaining contact with client’s family members and leading group facilitation. The Primary Therapist maintains a safe and efficient working and treatment environment, and communicates effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is provided to all clients per company policies, procedures, and best practices.

Core Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop individualized treatment plans that address clients' unique needs, goals, and challenges.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to clients, utilizing various modalities.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions
• Engage in family therapy sessions to address family dynamics, educate on addiction, promote healthy communication, and support the recovery process.
• Collaborate with the clinical, medical and operational team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Document client progress, treatment interventions, and any significant observations in a timely and consistent manner.
• Assess and manage crises or emergencies that may arise, applying appropriate intervention strategies to ensure client safety.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings: Actively contribute to treatment team meetings, providing clinical insights, progress updates, and recommendations for the ongoing care of clients.
• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities and training to enhance clinical skills and maintain licensure and certifications.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Supportive work environment focused on teamwork and employee wellness.

Asheville Detox Center

Health Care Alliance North America does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or creed, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications :

• Education – Master's level preferred or (related experience in substance abuse field.)
• Experience - Minimum of 1 year of direct clinical experience is preferred.
• Certifications - LPC/MHSP, LADC, LMFT, CADC, LADAC
• Knowledge of alcohol and chemical dependency treatment, rehabilitation programs, and dual diagnosis experience.
• Understanding of the range of treatment and interventions needed for chemically dependent individuals.

Skills and Attributes:

• Communicate well with others
• Caring and Compassionate
• Active Listening Skills
• Conflict-Resolution Skills
• Eager to grow, and receptive to feedback
• Timely and consistent documentation