ADC Intern

Description

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is a team of professionals that specialize in serving those battling substance use disorders, specifically Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder. Also specializing in those needing Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS).

• →Run at least 1 group per week for a month
• →Support intake and orientation with clients independently by the last month of internship
• →Complete assessments independently
• →Create 2 individualized treatment plans with client
• →Have a caseload of at least 2 clients
• →Attend weekly supervision, multidisciplinary, and clinical meetings
• →Professionally presentable workspace (no spills and HIPAA compliant)
• →Provide individual therapy, group therapy, case management, crisis intervention that addresses the goals established per treatment plan.
• →Document services provided in the appropriate clinical forms in Procentive and on paper. Documentation will be completed according to NBH policies and procedures and standards established by governing bodies.
• →Document case activity notes and important information.
• →Develop comprehensive treatment plans that meet the individual needs of the client. Treatment plans will be completed in accordance with NBH policies and procedures and standards established by governing bodies.
• →Complete and document assessments in accordance with NBH policies and procedures and standards established by governing bodies.
• →Provide court, Department of Corrections, and other referral sources with progress reports as requested.
• →Discharge duties in accordance with contracts, licensure standards, and NBH policies and procedures.
• →Exhibits knowledge of core competencies in relation to working with co-occurring disorders through continuing education and implementing skills into all aspects of treatment.

Requirements

• Be in internship/practicum course with an approved educational entity
• CPR Certification or attain within 30 days
• Must understand and follow NBH's Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Must pass a State of Minnesota Background Check
• Must possess a current Minnesota Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Ability to use Google Drive and other relevant computer skills

Additional Skills and Experience: (Preferred or helpful)

• Familiar with Medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) Model
• Motivational Interviewing Approach
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Familiar with Procentive, Electronic Health Record System