PRIMARY THERAPIST

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

• Provide services planned to restore the client to optimum social and health adjustment

• Perform intakes, evaluations, orientation, admissions, treatment planning, counseling, documentation, discharge planning, and referral of substance abuse patients

• Develop and document individualized treatment plans that address the needs of the substance abuse patient population and refer clients to appropriate treatment modalities based on assessment

• Work with physicians and other personnel in client evaluation and treatment to foster addiction recovery

• Assist client and family through individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy

• Maintain client records within the electronic health record

• Assist in the completion of Utilization Reviews as needed with insurance companies to obtain authorizations for patients

• Develop and facilitate behavioral health therapy group sessions and educational programs

• Identify opportunities for program improvement and Quality Improvement

• Participate in continuing education to improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies and practices

• Ensures compliance with legal issues, including, but not limited to: patient confidentiality and risk management

• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be highly organized

• Must possess Arizona State Licensure 

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or equivalent field of study. 

• One year of experience in mental health, substance abuse, and case management

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret emails, letters, policies, procedures, etc.

• Must be willing to learn and ask questions, accept feedback, and be accountable

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

• Ability to manage priorities and workflow

• Working knowledge of HIPAA and PII security requirements

• Knowledge of substance treatment methodologies and therapy techniques

• Ability to build rapport with clients

• Self-motivated and self-directed

• Team Player

• High level of patience

• Must have valid Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Must have a valid Driver's License

• Must be 21 years of age or older

• Must have Knowledge of Windows | Basic Email | Microsoft Word | Timekeeping software | Google & basic computer navigation skills.

• Must hold an active CPR/First-Aid/AED certification

• If applicable, must have one year of continuous sobriety

• Must be able to pass a drug test as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must have reasonable ability to do the following:

  • Stand, walk, and sit during assigned shift hours

  • Be able to manually assess a patient as part of a physical exam

  • Reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

  • Speak and have access to the special senses within normal limits (hear, taste, smell, etc.) as it applies to patient care

  • Must be capable of lifting up to 20lbs

  • Maintain the ability to manually handle patient belongings with gloved hands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.