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THE ORGANIZATION
Ashley Treatment Center was founded in 1983 by two visionaries who knew the treatment of drug or alcohol addiction could be designed and effectively delivered in a holistic manner that compassionately considers the whole person and not just the disease. Innovative then, and innovative now, Ashley passionately continues its core mission “To transform and save human lives by integrating the science of medicine, the art of therapy, and the compassion of spirituality.” Organizationally strong, the organization rigorously adheres to its guiding principles, ethics, and a culture of excellence.
POSITION SUMMARY
The therapist position provides assessment, individual, family and group therapy, as well as crisis and case management for patients and their families. Develops and updates treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting interactions and maintaining clinical records for customers with substance use disorders. Coordinates with internal and external supportive services to ensure the maximize the therapeutic benefit to the patient and their family. Collaborates with other member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. This position may require evening and/or weekend hours.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Counseling and Case Management
Conducts individual and group counseling sessions; assist patients in formulating treatment plans and goals; perform case management services.
Conduct crisis intervention; intervene and de-escalate crisis situations with patients; assess risk of harm to self or others and arrange needed resources
Counselor conducts and documents weekly family contacts, including continuing care recommendations and progress updates.
Supports patient and family engagement in Ashley Family Services.
Develops and delivers patient educational workshops as assigned.
Develops an individualized Continuing Care Plan with each patient working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team.
Provides excellent internal and external customer service, including referents.
Conducts meet and greets with patients and their families.
Demonstrated ability to plan and use effective therapeutic interventions and counseling techniques.
In addition to role responsibilities, each staff member of Ashley, Inc. has the following responsibilities as a part of their employment:
Models and reinforces Ashley’s mission and core values
Performs other duties on an as-needed basis
Reinforces Ashley’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Protects the privacy of our patient’s protected health information by maintaining compliance with HIPAA and other relevant Ashley related IT security regulations
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or other behavioral health discipline from an accredited college or university required;
Minimum LMSW, LGPC or LGADC from the State of Maryland is required
Demonstrated ability to plan and use effective therapeutic interventions and counseling techniques.
Solid working knowledge of and demonstrated ability to use current diagnostic criteria
Knowledge of basic group dynamics and techniques
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other health care professionals
Ability to communicate and interact both personally and in writing with patients, staff, and community agencies
Knowledge of substance abuse forms and treatment strategies
Case management, including referral, linkage, monitoring, coordination and advocacy problem-solving skills.