Associate Therapist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master's-prepared degree in counseling or a related field, such as social work.
• Active, unrestricted Arizona licensure as an LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, LPCC, or equivalent listed credential.
• Active BLS/CPR certification; AHA certification is required.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting.
• Knowledge and experience in identifying and treating mental health and co-occurring substance abuse disorders, discharge planning, principles of social work, basic principles of individual and group behavior, and psychotropic medications.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and assess patients’ situations and behavior.
• Effective communication skills for building patient rapport and relaying information and treatment plans to medical and mental health professionals.
• Strong organizational skills to track patient treatment plans and progress notes.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism and adhere to a Code of Conduct and applicable policies and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients weighing up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

• Correctional healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to enhance patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
• Perform and document mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual and group counseling notes, and individual treatment plans.
• Address criminogenic needs and promote positive behavioral change to prepare residents for release.
• Participate in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff.
• Document and manage case files and patient progress, prepare reports, and participate in hearings.
• Initiate or participate in patient education and treatment programs, including developing educational materials and providing group therapy.
• Monitor compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, take appropriate corrective action, and ensure compliance with ACA and NCCHC standards.
• Assess patients’ situations and underlying causes of behavior and develop interventions and treatment plans.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.

Benefits

• $7,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one.
• Prescriptions at no cost through the health plan, beginning on day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution beginning on day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.
• Career advancement support.