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.

Pay Structure: PER-DIEM - Masters LCSW$36 - $37PER-DIEM- Masters LICSW or LMHC$38 - $39PER-DIEM - Masters non licensed$34 - $35ESSENTIAL 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

• Education:

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

• Experience:
• Two years of clinical experience in an addiction or mental health treatment program. Knowledge and experience with regulatory requirements and ability to manage clinical practices in compliance with these standards. Working familiarity and/or direct experience in the use of relevant technology (EMRs, tele-health, etc.).
• Skills : Strong analytical and organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Independent License, LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT preferred.
• BENEFITS (based on full-time employment):
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
  • 403b retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Personal financial management services
  • Life and supplemental life insurance
  • Critical illness and accident insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet insurance
  • Tuition assistance
    Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer .