Description:

PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) to work as an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor in the medical department at the Washington County Jail located in Washington, PA.

This a 40-hour position, Monday - Friday weekly, during normal business hours. (8:00am-4:30pm).

Job Responsibilities:

The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor will primarily be responsible for the clinical monitoring, coordinating and implementing of the MAT in accordance with NCCHC/ACA Standards and PCM policies and procedures. In addition, the D&A Counselor will also serve as one of the MAT liaisons between the medical unit and facility staff.

Other responsibilities will include:

Engages inmates/patients in therapeutic interventions with the goal of addressing substance abuse related concerns.
Actively assist with the detection and prevention of inmate/patient suicide.
Assesses and documents treatment responses of inmates/patients.
Facilitates group and individual sessions with inmates/patients in the MAT
Assists with discharge planning for inmates/patients on the MAT caseload or collaborates with inmate services staff regarding discharge planning (where applicable)
Facilitates/participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and/or case consultations with staff across disciplines.
Is a member of the Quality Assurance Committee and sub-committees as Assists in the establishment of Quality Assurance standards and audit criteria.
Serves as a member of various committees within the medical unit and facility as necessary.
Develops and conducts in-service education programs according to annual in- service calendar
Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Submit copy of professional license and other credentialing information to the corporate office.
Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned and delegated.

Benefits:

PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to all their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include:

Salaries are negotiable and commensurate based on experience. Annual Salary range is $60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Single and Family health care offered (i.e., medical / prescription / dental / vision).
Company-paid life insurance provided & additional insurance benefits offered.
Retirement benefits offered (i.e., 401k with discretionary company match).
Generous PTO package provided. Paid time off will accrue for a maximum accrual of thirteen (13) days (or 104 hours) per year. In addition, you will also receive six (6) floating holidays, pro-rated within your first year of employment as dictated by your effective hire date.
Requirements:
Must be licensed as a LPC, LSW, or LCSW in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Must hold a Master’s degree or greater in Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Service field with a concentration in clinical course work, training and/or experience.
Minimum of two years of experience.