Lead IOP Counselor (LCAC Required) at Networks Connect Professional Staffing in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Job Objective:

As the Lead IOP Counselor you will provide clinical supervision and evaluation of

identified staff. Carry a direct service case load. Maintain active certification(s)

pertinent to position responsibilities. Assure established CARF standards and

requirements are maintained. Responsible for the development and implementation of

the individualized treatment plans for each client. Responsible for providing case

management services as needed for the assigned clients. Responsible for maintaining

a caseload and conducting individual, family and group counseling as noted in the

treatment plan. Teaches educational classes as needed while ensuring that the Mission

of is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

? Conduct clinical supervisory sessions with staff providing clinical input and

consultation as needed and as an ongoing basis.

? Monitor clinical treatment plan reviews and provide clinical input to supervised

staff.

? Assure staff activities, performance and conduct are consistent and in

compliance with established standards defined by accreditation requirements,

substance abuse treatment, funding sources, professional behavior and expectations, thus ensuring high quality services beneficial to

clients.

? Assure case records are maintained according to established procedures;

complete, accurate and current; orderly and meet established standards.

? Assure supervised staff follows established SAHL policies and procedures.

? Carry a direct case load sufficient to acquire/maintain certifications.

? Provide written documentation of all activities engaged in with client, progress

toward established goals, and other progress notes and submit to assigned case

manager for inclusion in client's case records within the

? Routinely discuss client progress with case manager.

? Monitor the performance of department staff, identifying opportunities for

educational and professional growth. Facilitate training for all staff members that

will expand their knowledge and skill set.

? Facilitate client visitation per The Department of Child Services guidelines

? Enter required information into electronic medical record system.

? Teach classes and conduct/facilitate counseling groups as scheduled.

? Assist Clinical Director to identify department needs and assist with the hiring

process according to established procedures.

? Assist in the preparation of grants as requested.

? Maintain knowledge in areas of substance abuse and mental health treatment.

? Offer suggestions and recommendations for policies, programs and services to

the Director of Operations, Executive Director, or Clinical Director.

? Participate in established in-service training.

? Attend staff meetings, departmental meetings, seminars/conferences, and

service training programs as scheduled.

? Professionally represent the HLC in-house and in assigned professional

meetings/groups outside the center.

? Assist in the annual employee performance evaluation process working the

Clinical Director

? Supervise and instruct student interns as assigned.

? Facilitate and build cooperative working relationships with all collateral, referral

community agencies and preferred providers within the managed care network,

and others as directed by the Executive Director, Director of Operations and/or

Clinical Director.

? Conduct peer reviews in accordance with CARF regulations (at a minimum of

four per month).

? Responsible for training and development of Residential Treatment personnel.

Articulate the department vision and communicate to staff members

? Assist in the preparation of grants as requested.

? Ensure department staff coverage. Review and approve any schedule changes

via ADP as needed.

? Monitor The Department of Child Services (DCS) guidelines and

correspondence, ensuring that all documentation is provided to the provider in a

timely manner.

? Participate in established in-service training, weekly staff meetings and

department staff meetings.

? Conduct weekly clinical chart audits. Make corrections to Closed Charts on the

H: drive and follow up with correction notations accordingly.

? Maintain program functioning as guided by Utilization, Quality Assurance and

Improvement and contractual guidelines.

? Provide coverage in absence of Clinical Director as assigned.

? Other duties as may be assigned from time to time including but not limited to:

Primary Court and DOC Liaison; DARMHA Super User Certification

? Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the

minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: Master's degree in human services or other related field required.

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed and all

background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Clinical supervisory experience a plus. Effective leadership skills. Capable

of communicating and interacting with people from various backgrounds with

compassion, while applying principles of recovery and clinical practice.

Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army

Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first

90 days of employment. ICAADA certified or working toward certification. Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC), Apply Now