Behavioral Health Therapist

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Therapist functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team providing assessments, treatment, support and follow-up to patients with substance use disorders and, if present, mental health problems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs and documents comprehensive assessments and client-centered professional services to care for the intellectual, psychosocial, physical and spiritual needs of the patients and families we serve.

Provides addiction treatment or dual/disordered services and therapy utilizing various modalities in groups, as well as individual sessions, to best meet the treatment needs of a diverse population.

Maintains documentation and clinical records according to clinic protocols and applicable State and Federal regulations and codes.

Collaborates with patients, families, clinicians, referral sources and other team members on treatment plans, programs and services.

Submits accurate and timely billing information to maintain financial goals of service line.

Educates patients, families, colleagues and the community about substance use and/or dual disordered issues and treatment options to improve the health of the communities we serve.

Participates in on-going education of colleagues and team members to ensure high quality patient care and professional functioning.

Researches and participates in ongoing training and education to develop and enhance professional knowledge and skills to provide better services to our patients and our communities.

Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.

Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Minimum Required: Master’s degree that is eligible for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).Preferred/Optional: In addition to the mental health license, Substance abuse counselor in training (SAC-IT), substance abuse counselor (SAC), or clinical substance abuse counselor (CSAC) credentials preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required: Two years of clinical experience in behavioral health using various modalities in groups and in individual sessions. Ideal candidate will have experience in treating dual disorders.

Preferred/Optional: None

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who provide substance abuse counseling within the scope of their licensure. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.

Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Full-time