IOP Coordinator

Job Details: Job Location: CSS OUTPATIENT

• MATAWAN, NJ, Salary Range: $40.00 - $40.00Hourly, This clinician coordinates all clinical and administrative duties required for the Adult IOP, and carries an assigned caseload of Adults and/or Adolescents with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Clinical services are offered in compliance with agency requirements for licensure and accreditation. Administrative duties include acting as the agency liaison for Drug Court, consulting with referral sources, family, probation, school personnel, insurance, as well as preparing reports and working with the agency billing staff. This position also includes responsibility for meeting level of service as required for the IOP as indicated in grants for funding of the program. Works effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions Builds rapport and relates well to others Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact job performance Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues & inappropriate behavior Coordinates all clinical aspects of the Adult IOP, including intake follow up, program waiting list, and referral source consultations. Coordinates all administrative aspects of the Adult IOP including monthly client progress reports, FFS billing preparation and reports, and insurance authorizations for IOP treatment. Carries caseload of 12-14 adults and/or adolescents who receive individual sessions. Provides conjoint, family, and/or group sessions on an as-needed basis. Complies with necessary documentation for all administrative aspects of the adult IOP including monthly client progress reports, as well as all recordkeeping is maintained professionally and as required, as well as demonstrates proficiency in the use of the Electronic Health Record. This Counselor provides evaluative services, treatment planning, clinical treatment, referral services, therapeutic interventions and discharge planning, as well as monitors client progress related to psychotropic medication. Applies the Stages of Change Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy and other effective therapeutic approaches. Acts as liaison between the agency and all referral sources. Responsible for maintaining a minimum of 10 active clients in the IOP level of care portion of the program, and engaging in marketing efforts to obtain referrals. Participates in monthly Drug Court team meetings. Interview, orient, train, and oversees involvement of graduate level and Interns in IOP. Adheres to confidentiality limits as required by law and licensing. Attends and actively participates in Outpatient staff meetings and clinical supervision. Represents YMCA in a professional and positive manner within the community and with agency referral resources and is supportive of YMCA Annual Campaign fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

This position is substance abuse specific and requires the expertise of a clinician trained and experienced in substance abuse treatment with a Master’s Degree in Psychology, Clinical Counseling, Social Work or other related Human Services concentration accompanied by New Jersey licensure LAC/LPC, LSW/ LCSW or eligibility is required.

Additionally, LCADC/CADC licensure or eligibility is preferred. It is additionally required this Counselor demonstrate competency with regard to planning treatment for Co-Occurring services. This Counselor also needs to demonstrate familiarity and an understanding of the IOP level of care, as well as competency in individual, group and family therapy.

Other required skills include the ability to conduct a diagnostic interview for identifying co-occurring disorders and formulating a relevant treatment plan. Also needed is the ability to speak and write in a clear and concise manner. This position requires an individual, who demonstrates the ability to apply a motivational approach to treatment, as well as an aptitude for engaging clients and their parents/guardians.

Demonstration of a high level of cultural competence, sensitivity and responsiveness is also necessary.