Clinician

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW :

Gosnold, Inc. has been a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders for over 50 years. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of care offering a wide range of treatment options. Highly regarded for innovation, we offer a comprehensive patient centered continuum of care tailored to fit the needs of each individual. Gosnold welcomes like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission to support people and families affected by these disorders, and to promote lasting recovery.

SUMMARY :

The Clinician will conduct initial evaluation and patient intake interviews and assessments, assess patient’s presenting problems and formulate diagnoses, make recommendations regarding appropriate treatment. This position requires demonstrated knowledge of the disease of addiction and / or mental illness, twelve-step recovery principles, and other evidence-based practices in addiction or mental health treatment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop, implement and modify, as necessary, treatment plans and continuing care plans.
• Provide individual, group, family, marital, child and / or adjunctive therapy as needed and within area of expertise and limits of credentials.
• Conduct case management services and prepare discharge summaries.
• Provide crisis management for patients, including, if required, on-call consults.
• Interact with referral sources and other external providers to ensure coordination of patient services.
• Participate in continuing education activities and in-service training programs to remain knowledgeable in area(s) of expertise and to meet credentialing and privileging requirements.
• Attend meetings as directed and meet with supervisor to receive supervision and participate in clinical reviews.
• Monitor caseload to guarantee compliance with third-party payers, including chart reviews, completing pre-certification requests, initial and continuing reviews and authorizations.
• Serve as a resource person to Gosnold and the community in areas of expertise, including presenting classes, speaking engagements and agency consultation, as directed by the Program Director.
• Document patient records in accordance with Gosnold standards and regulatory and payer requirements, utilizing electronic formats, as required.
• Serve as professional mentor to Interns, Gosnold Counselors, and visiting students.
• Abide by the professional staff code of ethics and maintain a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, dual-relationships and professional stature.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : As designated.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS REQUIRED :

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required to perform the job

Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance