Co-Occurring Disorder/Substance Abuse Therapist – A & D
Job Summary: The Co-Occurring Disorder (COD) Therapist serves as the subject matter expert in integrated treatment for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. This position provides direct clinical services, delivers ongoing staff training in evidence-based practices (EBPs), supports implementation of integrated treatment models, and promotes compliance with Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) standards and CCBHC criteria.
The COD Therapist maintains a clinical caseload while leading workforce development efforts to ensure Substance Use Disorder (SUD) staff are equipped to deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed, and integrated behavioral health services.
Qualifications:Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Chemical Abuse Treatment or a related field required. Experience as a clinician in a mental health setting or substance abuse treatment facility is preferred. Must be licensed or certified as a mental health professional. A Provisional Certification through the department of mental health (PCMHT) must be acquired and documentation presented to Human Resources within 90 days from hire date and (CMHT) must be obtained within to 2 years from the date or hire. Must obtain license or certification as a Substance abuse counselor through the Department of Mental Health within 18 months after license / certification is offered. Employee must demonstrate ability to recognize consumers’ individual needs based on medical conditions, age (young adults, middle-aged and geriatric), limitations and planned procedures. Good communication skills are necessary. Must have valid driver’s license in Mississippi and proof of auto insurance. This position has been determined to have an occasional or very low risk of occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogen.
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