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Full-time (80 hours biweekly)
Weekdays, daytime hours and two evenings per week
 Sign On Bonus EligibleÂ
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General Summary
Provides individual, group and/or family therapy. Provides preadmission screening to determine appropriateness for admission. Interviews patients and/or families to obtain psycho-social histories. Collaborates with the treatment team to develop a treatment plan and coordinates discharge planning.
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Position Summary
The Outpatient Clinician is responsible for providing comprehensive substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services in compliance with Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) regulations. This role requires a professional who can function independently within DDAP outpatient guidelines while delivering high-quality, person-centered care. The clinician must demonstrate strong clinical judgment, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision. Approximately, half of the caseload will be with the SUD population.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling services in an outpatient setting in accordance with DDAP regulations
- Conduct thorough assessments, including level-of-care determinations, treatment planning, and ongoing documentation
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that align with clinical needs and regulatory requirements
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation (e.g., progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries) consistent with DDAP standards
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions as needed
- Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups
- Coordinate care with internal and external providers, including case management and referral services
- Ensure compliance with all DDAP, state, and organizational policies and procedures
- Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and quality assurance activities
- Support clients in achieving recovery goals and maintaining engagement in treatment
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WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.
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