Since 2006, October Road has been dedicated to providing full access to those who need our outpatient Substance Use Disorder treatment services. Through our Partial Hospitalization Program, Intensive Outpatient Program, Medication-Assisted Treatment Program, Cross Area Service Program, ACTT Services and other specialty services we have established ourselves as a recognized leader in Behavioral Healthcare treatment in North Carolina. We seek to meet our clients where they are at and develop comprehensive and robust treatment plans catered to maintain long-term recovery and improve outcomes for people with severe mental illness who are most at risk of psychiatric crisis and/or affected by other social determinants of health. At ACTT in Charlotte we provide treatment and care to patients who may not have access to these important services otherwise, who have some of the highest risks for hospitalization, homelessness, or incarceration. 

Qualifications for the ACTT Therapist: Full or provisional license in mental health (ex. LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT) Masters Level Education 

Salary is $55,000 per year

1. UTILIZATION REVIEW/PSYCHOSOCIAL ASSESSMENTS
A. Collect pertinent data
B. Produce Psychosocial Assessments in a timely manner
C. Enter client into CCIS system and complete required paperwork
D. Follow CARF and October Road CQI process
E. Coordinate and receive initial and ongoing approval from LME, Valueoptions 3rd party authorities

(Person Centered) TREATMENT PLANS
A. Devise treatment plans that reflect current MH/SA treatment planning and pertain to the needs of the individual family an d consumer
B. Complete treatment plans in a timely manner.
C. Follow CARF, DHHS, LME and October Road CQI standards

DISCHARGE PLANNING
A. Formulate appropriate post-discharge placement plans that include services for consumer and family that maximize potential
for success
B. Inform administrative staff of pending/planned discharges
C. Complete discharge summary and other paperwork

 INDIVIDUAL THERAPY 
A. Provide therapy to consumers as is deemed needed by treatment plans
B. Use and accept co-counselors for observation/supervision and training

 FAMILY THERAPY 
A. Provide individual family therapy sessions for each family according to person centered plan
B. Maintain confidentiality
C. Use and accept co-counselors for observation/supervision and training

 GROUP THERAPY 
A. Provide therapy to consumers on a group basis as is deemed necessary by treatment plans
B. Organize and conduct weekly specialty groups as assigned
C. Use and accept co-counselors for observation/supervision and training

TREATMENT PLAN REVIEWS
A. Review treatment plans on a scheduled basis with treatment team
B. Provide written treatment plan reviews for placement in clinical records as assigned
C. Obtain consumer signatures on all necessary forms

CONTACT WITH REFERRAL SOURCES
A. Maintain regular contact with referral sources as indicated
B. Update on consumer’s progress
C. Develop appropriate discharge plans collaborating with referral sources
D. Prepare and conduct concurrent reviews to referral sources

CASE MANAGEMENT
A. Provide transportation for clients to access community resources
Profile: (Knowledge/Professional/Technical Competencies)
Exceptional verbal and written skills are required to effectively express ideas and views when (a) speaking to groups, staff, outside professionals and corporate officers; (b) for preparing written reports; (c.) data input. Must possess initiative and judgment capabilities to organize and plan activities, systematize procedures, promote favorable public relations and make decisions affecting service delivery to consumers. Must be flexible to adjust to changing conditions and the various details of the job.

Experience:
Prefer 1-3 years of experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. QP status according to 10A NCAC
27G.0104 is required

General Requirements:
1. High moral and ethical values
2. Willingness to be open to learning and growing
3. Interpersonal skills to work as an integral part of a treatment team
4. Appropriate interpersonal/personal boundaries
5. Must possess a valid driver’s license, appropriate references, and transcript from Master’s program.
6. Follow NADAAC policies for ethical practice.
7. Maturity of judgment and behavior.
8. Cultural competency training.