BEHAVIORAL HEALTH THERAPIST OP
Job Description
Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday 12:30-9:00pm and Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Who is Gateway Foundation?
Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards. Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, while embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community.
Behavioral Health Therapist is responsible for:
Conducts comprehensive assessments and develops and implements complex treatment plans for patients with mental health issues which can also include substance use and trauma. Maintains complex caseload, including conducting comprehensive assessments, preparing individualized treatment plans, and maintaining regular contact with insurance providers. Prepares and conducts group or individual therapy to address specific social mental health issues to promote the development of effective life skills. Provides case management services to assist patients with managing mental health and/or substance use disorders. Develops and implements complex treatment and discharge plans for patients with mental health and/or substance use issues. Serves on a variety of departments or site committees necessary to plan and evaluate treatment programs and patient services. Documents treatment plans, progress notes, interventions, evaluations, and maintains patient records to ensure compliance with standards. Serves as a professional resource to the clinical team by auditing patient records to ensure compliance. Consults with clinical staff to resolve complex case problems. Develops and conducts in-service and continuing education programs on subjects related to assigned specialty. Serves as a professional resource to other Counselors in resolving complex case problems.
REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, substance use disorder counseling or related field, required. Minimum of 2 years counseling experience in the mental health or substance use disorder field, required. Ability to complete accurate and comprehensive assessments and DSM diagnosis. Current, valid credential (LCPC, LCSW or higher level) required. Comprehensive knowledge of family, group and individual dynamics, conflict resolution and intervention techniques. Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations governing health records confidentiality. Time and project management skills. Advanced communication skills to exchange information and interact with treatment team, patients, and outside vendors. Active listening skills and social perceptiveness. Critical thinking, persuasion and negotiation skills. Adaptability/Flexibility: ability to shift priorities. Basic coaching / mentoring skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly. Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy. Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal. Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises.
Compensation (based on experience and credentials) :
Range begins at $60,000 - $97,498 per year. Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.
Benefits at Gateway Foundation:
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents. Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness. Employee assistance programs focused on mental health. Financial Wellbeing: 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match. Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Gateway. Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care. Flexibility and Time Off: 18 paid time off days per year. 9 paid company holidays. Work-life-balance. Personal Development: Training & Development Programs. Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year. eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training. Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance. Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr