Mental Health/Substance Abuse Group Leader - LMHC, COTA or LADC- Per Diem

Per Diem Group Leader position working with Adults with mental illness and/or substance abuse diagnosis. LMHC, LADC, or COTA licensure required.

1. Conducts psychotherapeutic and/or dual diagnoses groups as well as individual therapeutic patient contact under supervision of department director.
2. Formulates short term goals and interventions based on the results of Therapeutic Admissions Assessment, and consistent with established long term goals, as outlined by Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.
3. Assesses learning and teaching needs of the patient.
4. Provides individual interventions for patients with mental illness and/or substance addiction, helping them identify behaviors that impact decompensation patterns and realistic strategies to manage their symptoms and maintain recovery.
5. Maintains appropriate patient care documentation, departmental and unit milieu supplies as instructed by Director of Clinical Services.
6. Reports and documents any changes observed in condition, mood, affect and/or behavior of patient and unusual incidences.
7. Collaborates/cooperates with nursing staff and other hospital and healthcare personnel to promote treatment and recovery of patients.
8. Maintains professional relationships and communicates effectively with patients and their families appropriate to their age and developmental level.