Group Therapy Facilitator

Sierra Tucson • Tucson, AZ

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Tucson, a world renowned residential treatment center, is seeking a Full time Residential Counselor to work at our beautiful campus, located at 39580 S Lago del Oro Parkway, Tucson AZ. This role provides treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field required.
• Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.
• Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.
• Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
• May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Three medical plan levels, dental and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company paid short term disability insurance
• Optional long term disability insurance
• 401k with Company match
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Employee Discount Program
• Generous PTO, Sick Time, paid holidays and professional development reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level