Job Posting for Therapist at Akua Behavioral Health
We are looking for a highly skilled therapist to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in various aspects of our mental health and addiction program including group therapy, family therapy and individual therapy.
Required experience:
Experience in the Substance Abuse/Mental Health field preferred.
Psychodynamic and/or Family system modality experience required. Must be able to manage case load of 10 to 12.
At least 2 years' experience working with trauma, addiction, eating disorder or mental health disorders
Is skilled in EMDR, somatic work, brain-spotting and other therapeutic modalities, or is willing to seek training
Has experience with insurance care coordination and utilization reviews
Has experience with clinical intake processes
Is creative, responsive, and passionate about their treatment approach with patients
Interested in bringing creative ideas, passion, and expertise to further enrich and develop our dynamic program
Has background and experience with psychodynamic, family systems, DBT, CBT, attachment-focused, and humanistic approaches
Can cultivate a compassionate and empathic healing space for our clients
Has ability to recognize countertransference issues and can actively seek supervision and peer support
Qualifications:
LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, AMFT Associate or Licensed. (Required)
Recent Health Screen/Physical (Required)
TB Clearance (Required)
Current CPR/First Aid Certification (Required)
Live Scan (Required) **Mental Health facility - Applicants must have the ability to pass a FBI and Department of Justice criminal background clearance and requirements below**
Proof of COVID19 Vaccination (Required)
Valid Driver License
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reports to Executive Clinical Director and/or Program Director
Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions for Residential clients
Participate in case management and care coordination, including utilization reviews and treatment team meetings
Maintain appropriate and timely contact with referring professionals
Detailed and timely documentation, including: biopsychosocial assessment, weekly goal setting and treatment planning, session progress notes, discharge reporting/recommendations
Participate in collaborative therapeutic, work environment
Benefits:
Starting Salary : $28-$32 Hourly
SHIFT : Full-Time, Monday to Friday Business hours
Comprehensive medical benefits for Full-Time
Akua Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized Mental Health, and Substance Abuse treatment program for adults. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Akua meets the highest quality standards for behavioral health and client care.
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