LMSW Substance Abuse Therapist

Serenity Step is a new innovative opioid recovery treatment facility, dedicated to helping clients lead happy, stable lives and reintegrate as productive members of their communities. We are committed to facilitating recovery through a combination of medical, psychosocial, and support services. We are seeking team members who value an exceptional work environment and take pride in contributing to the solution for the national opioid epidemic. Our approach emphasizes respect and flexibility for clients.

Serenity Step is currently seeking innovative, fully certified, and licensed professionals for job openings in Redford, MI. Candidates must be comfortable with early starting hours (8:00 AM). Please refer to the specific job requirements outlined below:

Responsibilities:

• Embrace the company’s mission, policies, and approach to delivering enhanced services augmented by the use of technology.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine manual and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V).
• Provide screening, assessment, individual and group counseling services for individuals with opioid addiction.
• Collaborate with other professionals and referral sources as needed to provide comprehensive care for clients.
• Attend and actively participate in supervision and professional development opportunities to enhance clinical skills.

Duties:

• Complete intake process for clients within the established timeframe, including completion of all required critical documents such as clinical assessments, Master Treatment Plans, Treatment Plan updates, and timely counseling notes.
• Conduct assessments to determine client needs, develop treatment plans, maintain 90-day reviews, and recovery progress using the
• Conduct group and individual engagement sessions in compliance with individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation for client sessions.
• Flag clients as required to ensure they attend scheduled appointments and follow through with required activities.
• Actively engage with client caseload, collaborate with other counselors, and be readily available to support clients on a real-time basis.
• Conduct group sessions on a weekly basis.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records to accurately track client engagement in groups, individual sessions, and medication evaluations.
• Follow all confidentiality guidelines, including HIPAA and 42 CFR federal laws governing the disclosure of any patient health information, diagnosis, treatment, or referral for SUD.
• Ensure same-day case note documentation in the Electronic Health Record System (Tebra).
• Demonstrate flexibility with client scheduling.

Critical Skills:

• Cultivating strong relationships with clients to foster a positive therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdepartmental team.
• Ability to adhere to process compliance requirements.
• Strong skills in collaboration and communication, both verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to timely document client progress and treatment plans.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Ability to problem-solve and think critically.
• Organizational agility and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with a diverse client population.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in counseling or a related field [Preferred]

Current state licensure as a Social Worker/Counselor (LMSW) [Required]

If you are passionate about helping individuals with opioid addiction and dedicated to making a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply for this Counselor position at Serenity Step. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Hourly Rate: Starting $28.00

Schedule:

8-Hour shift

Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus pay

Education:

Master’s Degree [Required]

License/Certification:

LMSW for Michigan [Required]

Work Location: In person