What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapist position at CODAC HEALTH RECOVERY & WELLNESS INC?
Summary
Responsible for providing a variety of outpatient therapy services to CODAC members and their families/families choice living with mental and physical illness and/or addiction disorders to aid in their integrative health, recovery and wellness recovery using an integrative model.
Responsible for providing a variety of outpatient therapy services to CODAC members and their families/families choice living with mental and physical illness and/or addiction disorders to aid in their integrative health, recovery and wellness recovery using an integrative model.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Performs assessment and initial diagnostic evaluation of members and offers integrative clinical recommendations.
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Provides individual, group, family therapy and aftercare services for members.
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Provides referrals for other supportive services on an as needed basis including, but not limited to employment/vocational rehabilitation, physical health care, etc.
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Works closely with adult member recovery teams, clinical and medical staff, and other professionals both within and outside the agency to plan, provide and promote recovery for CODAC members.
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Continually improves quality of therapy provided via input from clinical supervision, professional conference attendance and analysis of clinical literature.
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Maintains member records in accordance with requirements set forth by the agency, ADHS, the RHBA and other funding sources.
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Provides accurate, legible, timely and complete documentation in accordance with agency and funding source requirements.
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Interfaces with community agency personnel as directed by the Director of Therapy Services.
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Participates in ongoing services planning and development.
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Provides clinical services as needed, in the members home, the office, and in school or community-based settings.
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Performs other related duties in accordance with agency growth and changes.
Education:
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Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related behavioral health
Experience:
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Two (2) years related experience
Certifications:
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Attain and maintain the Clinical Supervision Certification through the AZBBHE, preferred.
Licensure:
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At a minimum currently licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health at the Associate Level.
Additional Requirements:
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Valid Arizona Drivers license, proof of current insurance and willingness to use personal vehicle.
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Clean Motor Vehicle Record - no more than 2 moving violations or a license suspension in past 3 years.
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Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance card required.
Skills:
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Bilingual a plus.
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Extensive knowledge of various therapeutic techniques utilized when treating members experiencing mental health challenges, including sexual abuse/trauma.
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Extensive knowledge of drugs of abuse and dynamics of abuse/addictive behavior.
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Extensive knowledge and experience conducting individual, group and family therapy.
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Superior oral and written communication skills.
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Thorough knowledge of DSM-IV.
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Extensive knowledge of community resources.
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Ability to interact effectively with adult recovery teams and clinical teams.
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Familiarity with people and practices within various ethnic and cultural groups.
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Intermediate to advanced computer skills using MS Office products, Word, Excel, Access, etc., importing/exporting date to/from applications.