Description

Description

Provides counseling services including but not limited to assessment, treatment planning, long-term counseling, psycho education, case management, advocacy, and follow-up. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides services planned to restore clients to optimum social and health adjustment
• Provides orientation to clients
• Works with clients' families and natural support to create strong support networks and to promote healthy relationships
• Demonstrates appropriate & complete documentation of treatment – related information including diagnostic summaries, treatment plans and reviews, progress notes, correspondence, releases of information, etc. in compliance with State and agency standards
• Provides competent and ethical therapy with clients to assist clients in achieving stated goals and objectives and meeting productivity protocol for therapy
• Provides crisis intervention and ongoing direct treatment: individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy based on client needs
• Maintains client files
•  If client does not keep assessment appointment, follows up by phone, mail or email and offers to reschedule appointment
• Provides coordination of care services to patients including, but not limited to; liaison with the legal system or parole officer, or other outside medical needs in conjunction
• Facilitates the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), utilizing evidenced based program curriculum as well as incorporating individual service plan (ISP) goals of clients in to IOP treatment
• Works in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary treatment team
• Performs intake, evaluation, orientation, admissions, treatment planning, counseling, documentation, discharge planning and referral of substance abuse patients
• Conducts confidential, quality assessments, that are gender-responsive and trauma-informed, utilizing Buena Vista Treatment and Recovery criteria to determine the appropriate level of care
• Communicates and integrates agency mission, goals, policies and procedures into daily practice
• Conducts chart reviews of current clients during group supervision as indicated/required
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with State and Federal law, the counseling code of ethics and Buena Vista Treatment and Recovery policies and procedures.
• Creates and maintains a therapeutic and safe environment
• Develops and facilitates behavioral health therapy group sessions and educational programs
• Identifies opportunities for program improvement and quality Improvement
• Participates 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
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications and Skills Required

• Must possess Arizona State licensure or certification
• Valid CPR/First Aid and CPI certifications or ability to obtain immediately upon hire
• Level one fingerprint clearance card or ability to obtain one upon 60 days of hire
• Demonstrated experience working within the substance abuse/recovery field
• Knowledge of substance abuse treatment methodologies and therapy techniques
• Must be willing to learn and ask questions, accept feedback and be accountable
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of HIPAA PII security requirements
• Be familiar with DSM 5 diagnosis
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Valid Driver’s License

Educational Requirements

• Master’s or bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or equivalent field of study. A Master’s Degree may be required depending on licensure

Additional Notes

• Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Public Health Administration, or relevant field preferred