Therapist - Assertive Community Treatment/ACT (59578)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery•Aurora, CO

100d•Onsite

About The Position

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is an evidence-based practice that improves outcomes for people with severe mental illness who are most at-risk of psychiatric crisis, hospitalization, and involvement in the criminal justice system. ACT is one of the oldest and most widely researched evidence-based practices in behavioral healthcare for people with severe mental illness. We are hiring a Master's level Unlicensed Therapist (MA in counseling with a LSW or LPCC), a Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), or an Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologist who has healthy boundaries, strong clinical skills, and flexibility. The ideal candidate possesses humility, strong character, and openness to a team-centered culture. ACT Therapists must be able to adapt to changing situations well. About the role. The ACT Therapist meets with individuals in the community as well as in the office to deliver treatment. This position works in tandem with a multidisciplinary team culture. You do not need expertise with our clientele, but you must be committed to the effort of learning how to best help this population.

Requirements

Unlicensed Therapist or Psychologist: Master’s or Doctoral degree in professional counseling from a program that’s accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) or CSWE (Council on Social Work Education).
Must obtain a mental health Candidate Permit (e.g., LPCC, PSYC, MFTC, SWC/LSW) within 30 days of hire and actively pursue an independent clinical license (LPC, LP, LMFT, or LCSW).
At least two years clinical experience providing care including conducting individual, family and/or group therapy (for Licensed Therapists or Psychologists).
Professional licensure: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC.), or Licensed Psychologist (PhD, PSYD) (for Licensed Therapists or Psychologists).
Unlicensed Psychologist: Doctorate degree in psychology and License eligible: License eligible as Psychologist (PhD, PSYD).
At least one year relevant experience providing clinical care to appropriate client population, including conducting individual, family and/or group therapy (for Unlicensed Psychologists).
Valid Driver's license and reliable personal transportation.
Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge of theories and evidence-based practices related to clinical treatment.
Ability to learn and utilize an electronic health record with proficiency.
Solid understanding of mental illness and treatment modalities within multidisciplinary approach.
Knowledge of DSM-V.
Ability to understand and effectively respond to all client presentations and crisis situations.
Ability to document interactions with clients, other agencies and mental health professionals.
Required Vaccination and TB Test. AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and receive negative TB test results before their first day of hire. Proof of the flu shot and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for the annual flu shot or TB test.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience providing care to the appropriate client population, including diagnosing, conducting intake assessments, and delivering individual, family, or group therapy (for Unlicensed Therapists or Psychologists).

Responsibilities

Facilitate recovery and optimal quality of life in clients with behavioral health concerns, by providing clinical services, case management and education.
In collaboration with the client, create and carry out a consistent plan of treatment, from intake and assessment to closure.
Conduct diagnostic assessments, individual, family and/or group therapy with assigned clients.
Develop and monitor treatment plans; update at required intervals.
Consult with internal and external professionals and collaterals to ensure access to needed services and proactive coordination of care.
Provide clinical case-management services as needed.
Provide crisis intervention as appropriate.
Provide comprehensive clinical services designed to decrease symptoms and improve quality of life.
Assist clients to evaluate strengths and symptoms, and set their own goals.
Guide and instruct clients in coping skills.
Offer consultation to community partners and providers.
Ensure that billing information is up-to-date for assigned clients.
Seek insurance authorization for services as required.
Write reports and other correspondence, as necessary, and with appropriate releases.
Complete all requests to provide the necessary information and undertake the required activities to ensure timely and ongoing credentialing with third party payers.
Staff member will monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the clients care team.

Benefits

Health insurance: Kaiser
Dental
vision
flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
Long-term disability coverage
403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary term life insurance
Short term disability
Quality Supervision for clinical hours towards licensure at no cost to the employee.
Loan Forgiveness.
Continued learning benefit, AMHR meets the definition of Deem Status provided by DORA for LPC, LCSW, and LMFT licenses.
Access to an online database of clinical trainings to help you meet the continuing education licensure requirements, reimbursement to attend conferences based on your specialty interests, and regular in-person trainings on a variety of clinical topics.