JOB SUMMARY

The Primary Therapist will be responsible for providing individual and group therapy to clients, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaboratively creating discharge/aftercare. This role requires excellent clinical skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to providing high-quality behavioral health services to our clients.

This is a mid-shift position 12:00 pm-8:30 pm Monday-Friday.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

o Master’s degree in counseling, Psychology or Social Work

o Holds a registered associates of license number that is in good standing with their governing board.

o Computer competence (Microsoft Word, Excel).

o Understanding of the 12 Steps if working with primary SUD clients.

o 2 years sobriety if personally represented as “recovering”.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

o 2 years’ experience in the field of alcohol and/or other drug services and/or mental health.

o Experience working with Kipu.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Valid Registered Associates or License number with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Individual and Group Therapy:

· Meets assigned clients weekly for individual sessions and completes all necessary documentation.

· Facilitates group therapy sessions as scheduled, collaborating with the Program Director for curriculum development.

Treatment Planning and Assessment:

· Completes treatment plans within 7 days of admission and updates weekly to reflect client progress and accuracy.

· Conducts ASAM/BPS and other necessary assessments including suicide risk protocol during intakes and when needed for clients at-risk.

Clinical Documentation:

· Meets expectations of same-day clinical documentation for all sessions conducted.

· Completes UR clinical reviews for continued insurance coverage the day prior to next authorization call.

· Oversees documentation in the clinical section of each client chart and conducts quality assurance for deficiencies.

· Facilitates comprehensive evaluations, diagnostic summaries, and multidisciplinary treatment planning for assigned clients.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

· Attends and participates in weekly clinical team meetings.

· Maintains regular communication with counselors to coordinate client care.

· Assists counselor in collaborating with outside providers when necessary.

· Facilitates monthly family therapy sessions as specified in individual client treatment plans. *Teen Program specific

Professional Development:

· Participates in in-service training, individual/group supervision meetings, and counselor/staff interface meetings.

· Completes all required company trainings through Relias and other scheduled events.

· Stays up to date on all continuing education needs for licensure.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director and Program Director.

· Represent Program positively in all scenarios perceived as marketing opportunities.

EXCLUSIONARY CRITERIA

o No registered sex offenders

o No criminal record of serious assault or felonies (for any felonies and charges, if more than 5 years have passed since charges were filed senior staff will determine if an exception can be made. For any exceptions made, two additional references will be required.)

o No one with a suspended license

o If in recovery, must have a minimum of two years of sobriety.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement