Behavioral Health Therapist: Recovery Program at NorthLakes Community Clinic

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

61062.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Assessment, Diagnosis, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Treatment Planning, Discharge Planning, Consultation, Therapeutic Treatment, Substance Abuse Counseling, Family Support, Documentation, Community Education, Telehealth, Multi-Disciplinary Team Collaboration, Referral Services, Recovery Program Participation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Caring for our community starts with you. Join a team that believes everyone deserves care. ***$15,000.00 Sign-On Bonus*** Salary begins at $61,062.00 + per year depending on experience based on a 1.0 FTE. (In-Training licenses encouraged to apply; salary based on In-Training salary range.) The purpose of a BH Therapist –Recovery Program is to assess, diagnose and treat individuals using individual and group counseling, and make informed, appropriate referrals in order to assist individuals in achieving mutually agreed upon goals, promoting recovery and leading to a more satisfying, emotionally and socially healthy life. Recovery Program providers will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver whole-person care. Behavioral Health Therapists counsel individuals or groups regarding substance abuse, psychological or emotional problems, or family situations to develop and implement therapeutic treatment plans in clinic settings by performing the following duties. Provide assessments, treatment planning, treatment, discharge planning and consultation. Interviews clients, reviews records, and confers with other professionals to obtain pertinent information. Formulates a program for therapeutic treatment. Provide therapeutic treatment in individual and group settings. Discusses progress toward mutually established therapeutic goals with patients to evaluate success of therapy, and adapts treatment as needed. Participates in Recovery Program team briefings partnering with a multi-disciplinary team in service delivery including medical teams, care coordinators, peer specialists, community health workers, etc. Provides education and support to family members and other supports to promote recovery and facilitates family programs. Refers program participants to other support services as needed such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services, and employment services. Completes documentation in the Electronic Health Records system professionally and in a timely manner. In coordination with program leadership, participate in community education regarding substance use disorders, treatment and prevention. Plans and administers therapeutic treatment by telephonic/ telehealth methodologies as indicated by patient needs and state guidelines. Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelors Degree plus a Master Degree in counseling required. Required Credentials, Certification, Licensure LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or In-Training licenses (LPC-IT, LMFT-IT, and APSW) required in Wisconsin. Specific training/certifications may be required for certain types of therapy/assessment. Employees will not work outside of their scope of education and training. Preferred Credentials: Specialization, training OR experience in substance use disorders preferred. CSAC, SAC, license may be “In Training” for candidates with a Masters degree in counseling. Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 24 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: • Medical and dental insurance • Employer paid group term life and disability • Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Accounts • 6 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Leave Bank • 403(b) with a 4% employer match Various voluntary benefits: • Vision Insurance • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability • Tuition reimbursement • Health and Wellness reimbursement program • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members • Partner of HRSA/NHSC loan repayment program Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness. NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. NorthLakes Community Clinic is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center that operates 19 clinics in 19 communities throughout 13 counties in Wisconsin. We provide a variety of services based on the needs of the communities that we serve, including primary Medical, Dental, and Behavioral Health. All people are welcome to receive care regardless of their insurance status and ability to pay. For those that qualify we have a Sliding Fee Scale that is based on income. We are deeply involved in our communities providing Dental and Behavioral Health in schools, taking dental care to nursing homes, and working with WIC – Women, Infants, and Children. Since our opening in 2008, we aim to fill the gaps in healthcare and fulfill our vision of healthy, prosperous, engaged communities where everyone thrives. As a Community Health Center and National Health Service Corporation, we promise to : Serve all patients. Offer discounted fees for patients who qualify. Not deny services based on a person’s Race, Color, Sex, National Origin, Disability, Religion, Sexual Orientation, or inability to Pay. Accept insurance including Medicaid, Medicare, and Children’s Health Insurance Program. We are governed by a patient-majority board that meets monthly.

Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Therapist in the Recovery Program assesses, diagnoses, and treats individuals through individual and group counseling. They work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide whole-person care and facilitate recovery.