The Therapist will conduct initial assessments for adults seeking assistance for opiate addiction via methadone treatment; establish treatment plans, provide individual and group therapy, education, case management and outreach as indicated.
This candidate MUST have a current LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LCAC, LAC, MAC, or CADAC II (or higher) required. LSW, LMHCA, or LCACA allowable if accompanied by an Indiana MATS Certification.
Porter-Starke Services, Inc. is a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) based in Valparaiso and serves northwest Indiana with additional offices in Portage, Knox, and LaPorte. Porter-Starke also operates Marram Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with two offices in Gary and Hebron.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS :
- 401K w / 20% company matching
- 11 paid holidays
- Competitive wages
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts (YMCA)
- Employee referral program
- HSA / FSA accounts
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition assistance up to $200 / month
- Loan repayments up to $5250 / year
- Casual Fridays
- Company paid life insurance policy
- Company paid long term disability
- Optional insurances (short term disability)
- Employee recognition events
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free health screenings
JOB DUTIES :
Conducts initial assessments for adults seeking assistance for opiate addiction via methadone treatmentDevelops treatment plan and refers to appropriate level of care.Provides individual and group therapyCompletes thorough documentation in electronic medical record within established timeframesParticipates in weekly staffing with Recovery Center clinical team and psychiatristProvides education and case management services to patients as neededMaintains open communication and positive working relationships with referral sources and other providersConducts outreach and provides education to community organizations and providers to reduce stigma, increase collaboration and enhance referrals to MATPerforms other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Bachelor’s degree in addictions, social work, psychology or related discipline from an accredited college or university required. Master’s degree preferred.At least 2 years’ experience providing addictions assessment and treatment, including the provision of individual and group therapyCERTIFICATION / LICENSE :
Current LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LCAC, LAC, MAC, or CADAC II (or higher) required. LSW, LMHCA, or LCACA allowable if accompanied by an Indiana MATS Certification.Learn more about Porter-Starke Services, Inc. by visiting our website- https : / / www.porterstarke.org /