Mental Health Therapist (MFT, CPC, LCSW or state interns)

Job Description

Salary: $60-80k annually, BOE

Job Description:

Performs initial assessment and diagnostic evaluation

Provides case management and develops appropriate discharge plans for assigned patients, as needed by the client.

Develops initial treatment planning for patients and makes revisions throughout treatment, ensuring that patients are meeting goals at an appropriate rate

Conduct individual therapy sessions with assigned patients, following the requirements set forth by the Company

Facilitate patient groups, following the appropriate curriculum provided by the Company

Responsible for the completion of patient documentation in a timely manner, consistent with the policies and procedures manual

Communicates with family members or primary support system identified by patient, updating them on patient progress and providing them with the tools to engage in their own recovery efforts

Compliant with the policies and procedures of the Company as well as ethical standards consistent with federal and state licensing board requirements

Play an active role in seeking consult and supervision when necessary

Attend required training to ensure quality clinical care

Attend and participate in treatment team meetings

Possess appropriate conflict resolution skills and the capacity to manage highly stressful clinical situations

Administers surveys developed by the Company to ensure quality assurance and clinical best practices

Must act as an advocate for all patients, ensuring that individual patient needs are heard and met with dignity and compassion

Will report critical incidents directly and immediately to the clinical director or management team

Will communicate all patient concerns to the clinical director and/or treatment team to ensure appropriate care is being provided

Performs additional duties from time to time as assigned by management

Must set and maintain strong boundaries, engaging with patients in a professional manner

Maintain a sense of professionalism both inside and outside of sessions and groups

Qualifications:

Must have a valid driver’s license

Master’s Degree in relevant field with post-degree experience in the assessment, diagnosis, case management, and treatment of substance use disorders

Must be a licensed clinician in the state of Nevada (e.g., LMFT, LCPC, LCSW, CPC-I, MFT-I, CSW-I) with experience in alcohol and drug abuse counseling (per NAC 449.114)

Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

The ability and willingness to function as a member of a professional team

Strong sense of self-awareness, empathy, and compassion

Must have experience with or possess an advanced understanding of gender responsive clinical practices and cultural competence

Experience with the treatment of trauma and how such experiences impact individuals with substance use disorders

Experience with the diagnosis and treatment of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders

Must possess excellent boundaries

Must be familiar with the ethical implications of compassion fatigue

Must possess strong communication skills