Therapist - Substance Abuse & Specialty Courts

Therapist Position

Therapists in this position utilize assessment tools to complete diagnostic evaluation of clients and communicate this information to the interdisciplinary treatment team. This includes clinical diagnosis, as well as screening for serious mental illness, substance use disorders, history of trauma, and co-occurring disorders. Conduct initial and ongoing clinical assessments, using established evidenced based assessment instruments. Information gathered from clinical assessments will be shared with other members of the interdisciplinary treatment team, for the purpose of developing an individualized, strength-based plan for care.

Work collaboratively with client, other treatment providers, and family members or natural supports (when appropriate) to develop a clear plan for treatment. Treatment plans are created using a collaborative client driven process and will include measurable outcomes, treatment goals, documented progress, necessary interventions and after-care plans (when appropriate). Therapist will work as a part of a multidisciplinary team with the Tulsa Alternative Court Programs - Drug Court, Misdemeanor Diversion Docket, Re-Entry Court, Mental Health Court, Co-Occurring Drug Court and/or other similar dockets.

Requirements: A master's degree in social work, Counseling Psychology or its equivalent from an accredited school. Knowledge and experience in individual, group and family therapy. Knowledge and experience in conducting mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning. Must demonstrate a clinical family systems orientation and ability to work with diverse populations with multiplicity of problems. All Therapists eligible for licensing by the State of Oklahoma be licensed annually and seek appropriate supervision to meet standards to be eligible for licensure.

Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. Must be ASI/ASAM certified or willing to become ASI/ASI certified.

Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Model of Care Family & Children's Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:
Increased access to care and crisis services Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services. Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients Greater access to Social Services for clients' economic and social needs Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

Drug Free Workplace Policy This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.