Unit:   The Salvation Army – Great Lakes Harbor Light System

Position:         Substance Abuse Therapist

Reports to:     Clinical Supervisor

Purpose:

Provide substance abuse counseling to clients of The Salvation Army Harbor Light System in accordance with Harbor Light policies and procedures.  

Summary:

Apply clinical practices and provide client services to the clients of The Salvation Army Harbor Light

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual, group, and educational counseling sessions
• Maintain case records in accordance with Harbor Light standards
• Follows up to determine reliability and validity of individual client treatment plan established; makes recommendations regarding modification to services and service delivery
• Maintain contact with referral sources, (i.e., gatekeeper, parole/probation agents) submitting requests for authorization for treatment as well as required reports
• Complete discharge documentation on each client to include aftercare plan, referral and letters to referring agencies
• Participates in the review of all clinical issues, activities and program policies and procedures
• Distribute/collect treatment satisfaction surveys at beginning of treatment, mid treatment and at discharge
• Attends all clinical staff meetings, and team conferences
• Participates in educational courses, seminars, workshops, current literature and in-service meetings to enhance treatment skills

Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience working with substance abuse populations
• TB Test and police clearance required
• Authorization to work within The United States

Education/Experience: 

• Must possess a Masters degree in Behavioral Science (Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology)

Computer Skills: 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and email system
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records system preferred

• Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements
• Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures

• Must possess approved MCBAP certification (CADC, CAADC, etc), approved Development Plan, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
• Must possess State of Michigan license (LLMSW, LMSW, LPC, LLPC)