THERAPIST II at Old Pueblo Community Services

Tucson, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Behavioral Health Assessment, Counseling, Harm Reduction, Housing First Approach, Clinical Supervision, Electronic Health Records, HIPAA Compliance, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, Interdisciplinary Coordination, Documentation, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office Suite

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm The Therapist II is responsible for providing therapeutic services to OPCS outpatient clients. The role involves interacting with individuals who are experiencing homelessness, Serious Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorder, and other related conditions. The therapist will utilize a harm reduction and Housing First approach to support clients in reaching their goals. Employee Benefits Competitive Salary, Employer Subsidized Health Insurance for Employee and Family, Employer Matching 401 (k) plan (after 1 year), Employer Subsidized Dental Plan and Vision Plan, Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid Training, 136 Hours Paid Time Off (PTO) Per Year. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Completion of behavioral health assessments, screenings, recovery plans, and discharge summaries as needed, under the direction of a Behavioral Health Professional. 2. Delivery of Counseling Services to clients in both a group and individual format in accordance with the Recovery Plan. 3. Making updates to the plan as services are completed. If it is determined that the client needs services outside of the current plan. 4. Conduct clinical and interdisciplinary staffing meetings to ensure quality service provision and strong coordination of care standards are met and communicated. 5. Support colleagues in managing their caseload through coaching on specific interventions and training tactics to increase engagement and quality of service. 6. Provide clinical supervision and/or oversight as needed. 7. Document services and information within the Electronic Health Record (EHR). 8. Maintain all client files in a confidential manner and in compliance with HIPAA standards. 9. Other duties as assigned. Requirements 1. Independent License (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LIAC). 2. Experience providing therapy to clients with a serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. 3. Knowledge of Evidence-Based Oractices (EBPs) used in treating client in the areas of mental health, substance use, and trauma. 4. Strong communication, interpersonal, and writing skills. 5. Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel). 6. Experience with Electronic Health Records. 7. Possess and maintain valid CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to complete training and pass certification. 8. Valid Arizona driver’s license, proof of auto insurance and reliable transportation. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual

Responsibilities

The Therapist II provides therapeutic services to clients experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and substance use disorders using a harm reduction approach. Responsibilities include conducting behavioral health assessments, delivering individual and group counseling, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation in the EHR.