Job Description

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on one of our job openings, please still apply. We’d love to consider your application and see if you could be a great fit!

At Wayspring, we are committed to furthering our value of Equity & Inclusion throughout our recruiting practices. We seek diversity of background and opinion, as we think these attributes improve the performance of our company and are the right thing to do for our communities. We recognize and remove barriers to success within our company and communities. We seek to build a recruiting process that is inclusive and fosters diversit

y.

Why Wayspr

ing?We are passionate about breaking barriers alongside those facing substance use disorder. Whether you’re in the field or in the corporate office – our mission is felt, and your impact is recognized. There is no inner circle, and we all have a seat at the table. Leaders are accessible and silos are avoided. We respect your craft and love to be challenged. We invest not only in our mission, but in each other. Internal promotions and cross departmental trainings are the norm – you grow, we grow. At Wayspring, we don’t just see you as an employee, we see you for who you are. a whole-person – with hobbies, pets, families, and lives outside of work. Our flexible schedule and flexible work environment options help you to create and maintain the work-life balance you need m

ost.

Overview of the Community Based The

rapistThe Community Based Therapist will oversee daily operations for Wayspring’s community outreach program in the assigned market. The Community Based Therapist will report directly to the Vice President of Operations and collaborate daily with Wayspring clinical and member operations teams for seamless care coordination for Wayspring members. This role will work directly and indirectly with members providing clinical direction to Community Outreach Specialist(s) and provide individual therapeutic and intervention services to Wayspring members in a community mental health fa

shion.

This role requires a mission-driven counselor (LCSW, LCADC, etc.) with a heart and passion for making an impact. This individual should desire human interaction and have a hunger for immersing themselves in the community they serve. The ideal candidate will have experience working with vulnerable populations who may be disengaged from healthcare and live a more transient lifestyle. If a desk job lights your fire, this role won’t be

a match.

Responsibilities of the Community Based

TherapistCommunity Outre

• ach DutiesProvides direct community-based therapy and therapeutic intervention services for qualified members, including case consultation and coordination, advocacy and
• referrals.Oversees daily operations for Waypsring’s community outreach program under the supervision of the Vice President of O
• perations.Ingrains themselves’ within the community to build relationships and provide therapy services to Wayspring members, requiring daily travel to member’s residences, community shelters, sober living houses, treatment facilities, hospitals and other various community organizations within an assign
• ed region.Ensures seamless care coordination for Wayspring members with internal Wayspring clinical and member operat
• ion teams.Implements Wayspring community outreach program components, participates in developing and implementing program outcomes and evaluations in partnership with the Vice President of O
• perations.Maintains clinical and administrative documentation requirements within Wayspring designate

d systems.

Leade

• rship DutiesProvides support and direction to community outreach specialist(s), as it relates to clinical evaluations and case co
• nsultations.Establishes and implements procedures to monitor Wayspring community outreac
• h workflows.Provides indirect guidance on community intervention services for qualified members, including Wayspring intervention services, establishing and maintaining care plans, discharge planning services and more. Promotes a healthy team approach to the service delivery system, manages conflicts, interpret administrative guidelines, and implements directives in a timely professi

onal manner.

Requirements & Preferred

• QualificationsDoctoral or master’s degree in social work or related field from an accredited college
• or universityAt least three (3) years of clinical experience working within the addiction, recovery OR substance use d
• isorder space.Previous experience in providing community support services to adults with SPMI, including those with co-occurring substance
• use disorders.CPR and First Aid
• CertificationValid driver's license in good standing with at least three (3) years minimum continuous driving experience with no serious traffi
• c infractions.The ideal candidate will be a highly personable professional with excellent communication skills. The candidate will also have experience working with vulnerable populations who may be disengaged from healthcare and live a more transi

ent lifestyle.

Company and

Benefit SummaryWayspring has reimagined substance use disorder treatment. We provide individualized care, delivered with a peer-centered approach. We focus on making sure patients have their basic needs met, like access to care, economic stability, and connection to relationships and community. Then we help each person find their own

• way to wellness.Medical, Dental and Vision I
• nsurance OptionsCo
• mpany funded HSAMonth
• ly Gym AllowancePaid parental leave – all p
• arents included!Company paid short term disability, long term disability an
• d life insuranceGen
• erous 401k matchPremium Employee Assistance Program, inclusive of cou
• nseling sessionsCompany Contributions to Future Minded Savings (think 529, HSA, Student Loan Reimbursement, and Emergen
• cy savings fund)Generous PTO package (accrual policy based on years of service) and an additional 10 paid

company holidays

Job Tags

Holiday work, Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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