Description of the job
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the community by addressing mental health and substance related barriers? Join our team as a full-time Clinical Assessment Specialist at Licking County Alcoholism Prevention Program (LAPP). This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your assessment skills in a supportive and collaborative environment to help a diverse vulnerable population.
As a problem solver and empathetic individual, you will have the chance to help clients start their journey to recovery with excellence and integrity. You will be provided great benefits such as HSA, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Agency-paid professional liability insurance, and eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness.
11 paid holidays and 8 hours of personal time!
The pay for this position is competitive and reflective of your experience and qualifications.
Are you excited about this opportunity?
As a Clinical Assessment Specialist at LAPP, you will be responsible for conducting individual and group counseling sessions for clients seeking support for their substance use barriers. Your day-to-day tasks will include assessing clients' needs, assist with developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing support and guidance throughout the clinical engagement and assignment into the appropriate program. Additionally, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for each client.
Your role will also involve maintaining accurate and confidential client records, staying up-to-date on best practices in treatment, diagnosing, using screening tools and participating in regular supervision and training sessions to enhance your skills. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for helping others, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position today.
Requirements for this position- Have excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Have general computer and office-equipment knowledge.
- Maintain confidentiality of our clients.
- Treat our clients and staff with respect.
- Have at least 3 years of demonstrated counseling and assessment experience in behavioral health including mental health and substance use disorders.
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in social science/behavioral health.
- Must be licensed with a scope of practice for both mental health and substance use treatment in good standing as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or higher; Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or higher.
If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this position and bring your valuable skills to our dedicated team.
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LAPP is an equal-opportunity employer. The agency does not discriminate in its employment decisions against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income, political beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.