CLINICIAN 1 JDSA - Hartford, United States - InterCommunity

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    Summary:

    The Clinician-I: provides assessment, engagement, care coordination and therapeutic services as part of the Substance Abuse Jail Diversion (JDSA) & Clayton House team.

    These services are court and community based and involve being in GA 14 (superior and community) courts and other community-based locations including various inpatient settings.


    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Appropriately assesses client treatment needs and provides diversion recommendations to the court.
    • Provides periodic written and verbal treatment updates under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
    • Coordinates treatment with other providers to ensure best client care.
    • Ensures appropriate aftercare plan for all assigned clients.
    • Documents in the clinical record according to requirements of the regulatory agencies.
    • Provide residential support and oversight in the form of group and individual counseling.
    • Performs related duties as required including transportation of clients. Must have a reliable and insured vehicle. Other related duties as assigned.*All agency staff must be awake during all scheduled hours**All agency staff are required to attend all mandatory department/agency meetings and trainings
    • RequirementsEducation/Experience: Master's Degree in Human Services Field, Psychology, Counseling or related field.
    Current/Active LMSW or LPCA required. One year post graduate experience in counseling substance abusers or mental health clients. Knowledge of community resources available to substance abusers. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting. Knowledge of the legal system