The Substance Use (MAT) Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist operates both in a consultative role within our primary care setting as well as within our Medical Assisted Treatment program. You would provide same-day consultation services that may include differential diagnosis, mental health screenings and assessments, psychoeducation, brief interventions, and referrals for further treatment. In addition, you will screen and render clinical care to patients within MAT. We are looking for a candidate with a strong desire to work with this population, and someone who is willing and ready to collaborate with various health care team members. This role is designed for quick thinkers and confident communicators!

Responsibilities

• Provide same-day consultation services that may include differential diagnosis, mental health screenings and assessments, psychoeducation, brief interventions, and referrals for further treatment
• Consult with and advises other health care team members on methods of assisting patients and their families in overcoming social and emotional difficulties which may prevent effective health care
• Manage psychosocial aspects of chronic and acute diseases
• Provide individual therapy to a small number of patients
• Work with the Behavioral Health team members to promote positive health outcomes and assure the full integration of behavioral health services

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in a Behavioral Health discipline (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, etc.) with a valid Illinois State licensure as appropriate to the discipline
• Prior work experience as a LCSW or LCPC in the field of substance required
• Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional (CADC) preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) and bi-cultural competency preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Cultural competency to work in a low income, minority environment
• COVID-19 vaccination documentation is required for all employees

Excellent Benefits

• Erie is part of the National Health Service Corps, as such, you would be able to participate in their Loan Repayment Program (up to $50k for full-time and $25k for part-time employees)
• We offer highly competitive salaries based on the current market rate
• We offer a bi-yearly productivity incentive bonus
• We offer a flexible work schedule, with 8 hours of administrative time per week
• We provide individual and group clinical supervision
• Full-time Erie employees are eligible for Erie’s Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Child Care
• Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Employer matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee’s biweekly salary
• Annual Paid Time Off: 20 days of PTO, 7 paid holidays, 40 hours for continuing medical education and a $500 for stipend for continued education trainings