PHP 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 PHP Clinician is expected to spearhead day-to-day program activities, ensuring the timely completion of scheduled clinical events and assignments and the implementation of continuing care plans. The role demands seasoned experience in supervising a diverse clinical staff and monitoring all clinical activities for optimal patient service delivery.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide guidance and direction to clinical staff on counseling functions.
• Monitor services, review charts for clinical appropriateness.
• Conduct clinical reviews to track and enhance patient progress.
• Collaborate with the program director to troubleshoot and resolve complex treatment situations.
• Conduct employee performance appraisals and actively contribute to staffing decisions.
• Perform direct clinical services for patients, including individual and group counseling, psychoeducational sessions, and maintain a reduced caseload proportional to staffing needs.
• Conduct utilization review functions as necessary, ensuring care coordination with payer requirements, and provide training on this to clinical staff.
• Work collaboratively with other departments and programs, ensuring consistency and quality of care during patient transfer and "hand-off" activities.
• Drive performance improvement projects, consistently seeking more efficient clinical care systems.
• Provide staff with educational materials related to documentation.
• Stay current on clinical and administrative practices in behavioral treatment, demonstrating the ability to translate this knowledge into efficient program management.
• Interact with other clinical team members to ensure efficient coordination and utilization of treatment services, promoting compliance with regulatory standards.
• Abide by the Professional Staff Code of Ethics.
• Develop proficiency in and train clinical staff on the use of relevant technology (EMRs, telehealth, Excel, etc.).
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS REQUIRED :

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

Master’s degree in a counseling or related discipline required.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance

Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer .