This position can work remotely but if the employer or payor no longer allows that service to be billable you may need to work to in-person/office location.
Main office location is in sierra vista.
Want a rewarding career with an organization that provides top notch services and offers amazing perks? then work for easterseals!
What easterseals offers:
$1000.00 sign on bonus after 6 months
An additional 5000 dollars per year in incentive pay.
Team environment
Payment assistance for licensure applications and fees once approved
Clinical supervision with azbhe registered clinical supervisors (lpcs, lcsws) to obtain licensure
Training in evidenced-based practices
Flexible work schedule (ability to work weekends and evenings)
Pay differential for bilingual individuals
If you have any questions or would like to talk about this position, please reach out to hr generalist zach duron.
W: 520-327-1529 ext7014
General position description: the therapist position reports to the bh clinical supervisor and is responsible for providing outpatient behavioral health treatment services to ahcccs-eligible children, their families, and and/or adultsThe therapist provides behavioral and crisis management services to easter seals blake foundation (esbf) members that include individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, case management, and assessmentThe therapist works as part of a treatment team by participating in a member’s on-going treatment planning process.
Essential duties and responsibilities (with or without accommodation):
Use best practice protocols in all therapeutic interventions: utilizing evidence-based practice, determine appropriate therapeutic modality for each client (e.g., parent-child relationship therapy, play-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, etc.)
Provides ongoing in-home, office-based, and/or community-based individual and/or group treatment, education and support to members and their family as indicated on the member’s service plan.
Develops treatment team recommendations for follow-up support and services.
Provide effective crisis assessment and intervention including arranging for emergency psychiatric evaluation/hospitalization as indicated.
Attends and participates in team meetings, clinical staffings (as needed), court hearings, and other meetings relevant to meeting the treatment needs of members.
Use knowledge and skill in assessment and diagnosis utilizing icd-10 criteriaUtilize dc 0-5 to provide diagnoses or diagnostic impressions for children aged birth to five.
Utilize dsm-v to provide diagnoses or diagnostic impressions for children and adults.
Maintain clinical records in a timely manner according to standards.
Meet all initial and annual training requirements.
Actively participates in the member’s/family’s child and family team (cft) or adult recovery team (art).
Maintains member records in accordance with requirements set forth by the esbf, adhs, the rhba and other funding sources.
Completes progress notes using the appropriate covered service billing codes and writes comprehensive and timely reports as required by funding source and/or system partners.
Provide testimony in court, as required
Meet requirements of productivity standards set for therapists
Any other duties as assigned
Knowledge and skills (with or without accommodation):
Knowledge and understanding of the current dsm and relevant diagnosis for the population served.
Ability to accurately read, record and interpret information, including assessments, measures, and diagnostic criteria.
Demonstrates clinical competency in accordance with standards for the position.
Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with well-developed problem-solving abilities.
Strong written and communication skills.
Strong organization, time management and project management and multitasking skills.
Skill in using business software and electronic health records.
Knowledge of cultural differences and implications for appropriate services.
Knowledge of the behavioral health system in arizona.
Other requirements:
Must be able to utilize personal protective equipment (ppe), such as face mask, gown, goggles, and gloves, for any amount of time necessary to provide a physical barrier to protect the employee and others.
Must be able to walk, run, climb, stoop, kneel, sit, stand, reach, stretch, bend, squat.
Must be able to ascend and descend stairs.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to remain calm, non-defensive with a supportive attitude during stressful, potential crisis, and crisis situations.
Must be able to work in an extremely stressful environment where there are considerable mental and emotional demandsThe types of situations that may be encountered, particularly when children and adults are involved, cause emotional stress.
Must be able to manage high volumes and unpredictability of work.
Must be able to remain flexible and reprioritize according to the changing demands of the day.
Must be able to manage stress in a fast - paced, unpredictable, and high intensity setting.
Must be able to represent ebf in a professional manner in all situations.
Must be able to maintain professional relationships with colleagues.
Must be in compliance with all ebf and regulatory requirements.
Minimum educational and certification requirements:
Master`s degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related behavioral health field.
Two years related experience with birth to 5 preferred.
Associate level license according to arizona state requirements as a behavioral health professional; or master’s level therapist with the ability to obtain an associate license.
Must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain a level one fingerprint clearance card.
Must possess valid arizona driver’s license and have a clean motor vehicle report for the last 3 years.
Valid arizona driver’s license and the willingness to use personal vehicle in the course of employmentMust meet minimum requirements of agency insurance carrier.
Must be able to meet training and agency compliance requirements for the position.
Spanish speaking preferred.
Easterseals blake foundation is an equal opportunity employer
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