Physician / California

A medical services organization in California is looking to add a licensed professional to join their team as a Substance Use Disorder Clinician to their growing team at one of their facilities in Los Angeles.

About the Opportunity:
•   Schedule: Monday toFriday
•   Hours: 8am to 5pm (1-hour unpaid lunch)
•   Setting: Outpatient Responsibilities:

TheSubstance Use Disorder Clinician will:
•  Conduct psycho-social assessments of clients
•  Make referrals and conduct follow up on clients needing additional mental health services
•  Provide crisis intervention services for clients in need of counsel and support
•  Provide individual and group counseling and appropriate documentation
•  Perform mental status examinations, therapy and preventive health measures
•  Record physical finding, and formulate a plan and prognosis, based on the patients condition
•  Discuss cases with Physician and other health professionals to prepare a comprehensive patient care plan
•  Administer or recommend individual therapy or other forms of treatment
•  Supervise counselors, case managers, and graduate level interns
•  Assist the Clinical Supervisor and Director of Behavioral and Social Services in completing reports and reapplication requirements based on funder guidelines
•  Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications:
•  4+ years of experience in a Community-based organization, including 3 years of experience implementing and advancing Substance Abuse Treatment programs in a Supervisorial role
•  Bachelor's Degree
•  Licensed Therapist (MFT, LCSW, PsyD) or licensed Therapist
•  Familiar with state and local alcohol / drug mental health issues and regulations, particularly the Drug Medical program
•  Solid problem solving and time management skills
•  Great interpersonal skills
•  Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
•  Strong attention to detail
•  Highly organized Desired Skills:
•  Master's Degree in Mental / Public Health, Social Services / Work, and/or Public Administration
•  Bilingual (English and Spanish)
•  Previous experience in an Outpatient setting