Substance Abuse Therapist

UHS • Colorado Springs, CO

111d • $65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Cedar Springs Hospital is seeking a talented and dynamic Substance Abuse Therapist to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals! The therapist role is designed to provide group and individual therapy to clients within the outpatient setting. Additionally, therapists have the primary responsibility for treatment and discharge planning and interface with community agencies and referral sources throughout the client's course of treatment. As the PHP/IOP Therapist, this individual will have oversight of all social work functions for acute patients. This would include Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Plans, Active Treatment, and Discharge Planning.

Requirements

• Requires strong organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of personal computers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to complete required clinical paperwork according to established protocol and regulatory agency requirements.
• Must be able to maintain professional and appropriate boundaries with clients and families.
• Ability to act professionally in high stress situations.
• Master’s degree in a counseling related field.
• 1 year of experience in substance use treatment is required.

Nice To Haves

• LAC or CAS III preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and individual therapy to clients within the outpatient setting.
• Responsible for treatment and discharge planning.
• Interface with community agencies and referral sources throughout the client's course of treatment.
• Oversee all social work functions for acute patients, including Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Plans, Active Treatment, and Discharge Planning.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees