Primary Therapist

Description

Position Summary

The Primary Therapist provides individual, group, and family therapy, crisis intervention services, psychoeducation presentations, and experiential learning groups for clients and their families.

Essential Duties

Provides clinical services including individual, group, and family therapy along with process groups, psychoeducational groups, and crisis intervention services.

Provides psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, individual therapy notes, and discharge summaries.

Works closely with the treatment team including case managers, psychiatric nurse practitioners, the clinical director, and business development.

• Completes clinical documentation promptly in line with state, insurance, and joint commission regulations.
• Attends staff training and meetings as required by the employer.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology required.
• Experience working with addictions and mental health diagnoses.
• Ability to use a variety of counseling interventions including CBT, DBT, ACT, Family Systems, etc.
• The understanding of an array of theories and models of addiction and mental illness.
• Knowledge of philosophies, practices, and outcomes of different treatment models.
• Understanding of relapse prevention through the continuum of care.
• Understanding of dually diagnosed populations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Competent in areas of gender-specific issues, diverse cultures, and the ability to incorporate the needs of the client into treatment.

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize daily and weekly tasks appropriately.
• Understanding of KIPU electronic medical record system is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Match
• Paid-Time Off
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay