BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN III-IV / WRU - Pueblo

CROSSROADS TURNING POINTS INC•Pueblo, CO

1d•$66,000 - $79,500•Onsite

About The Position

At Crossroads Turning Points, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others by helping individuals navigate the challenges of substance misuse and mental health, guiding them toward a healthier lifestyle and lasting recovery. Our team provides personal support in a warm and welcoming environment. We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic individual to join our team as a Behavioral Health Clinician III to IV. This role involves providing co-occurring counseling services for individuals, couples, families, and groups. All applicants must undergo a pre-employment drug screening, including testing for marijuana, a comprehensive background check, and a TB test.

Requirements

Minimum of a master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling.
Licensure in LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
Must be able to obtain CAS certification within 18 months of their hire date.
Minimum of two (2) years working in the mental health field.
Must understand ASAM and SOAR level of care criteria.
Solid verbal and written communication skills.
An intermediate level of computer skills is required.
CPR and first-aid certification (the agency covers the costs of initial training as well as renewals).
Valid driver's license and insurability.
Pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana.
Comprehensive background check.
TB test.

Nice To Haves

Candidates are preferred to have a CAS certification, in addition to their license.
Previous substance misuse treatment experience and expertise with trauma preferred.
Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Conducts co-occurring patient assessments.
Places patients in the appropriate level of care.
Conducts group, family, and individual counseling sessions.
May conduct psycho-educational or family groups.
Works with co-occurring patients to develop and update treatment plans and goals.
Monitors patient behaviors and progress.
Incorporates behavior modification and stress management therapy to assist patients in controlling substance misuse and other problems.
Administers and analyzes patient testing instruments and reviews results of tests to evaluate client needs.
Provides patients with therapeutic projects, recreational therapy, or other activities.
Assure that all documentation is complete by established deadlines.
Maintains patient records in accordance with licensing regulations.
Regularly reports clinical status to the unit supervisor.
Participates in staffing patients with the appropriate team and communicates with community referral sources, including, but not limited to, probation and parole, as well as the Department of Social Services (DSS).
Crisis intervention and arranging for hospitalization as needed.
Coordinates and refers to supportive services in the community to supplement treatment and counseling.
Help patients access services that promote self-sufficiency and timely relapse prevention.
May be required to assist in urine/breath testing and monitoring.
Must travel to outlying sites to train and treat patients.

Benefits

A hiring bonus of $500 will be paid on the first check, and an additional $4,500 will be paid upon successful completion of the EIRP period (available exclusively for external candidates).
Competitive salary.
Excellent package of benefits.
Medical Insurance.
Dental & Vision Insurance.
Eight (8) Paid Holidays.
Two (2) Paid Administrative Holidays.
Career Advancement.
The 401(k) plan includes an employer match of up to 5%.
Many other benefits (free and optional).
Agency covers the costs of initial CPR and first-aid training as well as renewals.