The Shepherds House is a non-profit organization that provides quality, evidence based treatment services to individuals who have substance use disorders (SUD). Working for the Shepherds House is a uniquely rewarding experience where your talents can make a meaningful, life changing difference in people's life.
A licensed therapist for The Shepherd’s House supports clients through various challenges by providing general counseling services, crisis intervention, mental health therapies, substance abuse support, and other key services.
Job Responsibilities:
· Establishes positive, trusting rapport with patients.
· Diagnoses and treats substance use disorders.
· Creates individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances.
· Meets with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment
plans as necessary.
· Conducts ongoing assessments of patient progress.
· Involves and advises family members when appropriate.
· Refers patients to outside specialists or agencies when necessary.
· Maintains thorough records of patient meetings and progress.
· Follows all safety protocols and maintains client confidentiality.
· Contributes to practice by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
Education/Licensure Requirements:
Must have a masters degree and be licensed as a: LCSW, CSW, LPCC, LPCA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person