Behavioral Health Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

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.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

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 Employer

Monday - Friday; 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM