Behavioral Counselor PRN

Harboroaks; Saddlebrooke (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Sierra Tucson is seeking a PRN Residential Counselor (Behavioral Therapist) to join the campus at the base of the Catalina Mountains in Tucson, AZ. The role involves providing treatment and support to help patients recover from substance use, eating disorders, or other behavioral issues.

The position requires weekend availability and 10-hour shifts day/evening, with salary dependent on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services required.
• Two or more years’ experience in counseling preferred; four+ years desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions as scheduled.
• Co-facilitate sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• Perform initial assessments and follow-up assessments for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients.
• Document patient care, treatment and incidents clearly and timely.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed and assist with aftercare planning.
• Liaise with referral sources and insurance carriers as requested.
• Offer case management to ensure individualized quality care.
• Assess needs and refer to other programs or facilities when necessary.

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Master's degree in social or health services field

Job description

Overview

Sierra Tucson, a renowned residential treatment center, is seeking a PRN Residential Counselor (Behavioral Therapist) to work at our beautiful campus at the base of the Catalina Mountains, located at 39580 S. Lago Del Oro Parkway Tucson, AZ 85739

SCHEDULE: Needs to be able to work at least 1 weekend day. Typically 10 hour shifts day/ evening shift

*** Salary dependent on a candidate’s experience and qualifications ***

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and document as required.
• May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
• Assist with modifying problem behaviors and may also provide counseling services to families of patients.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patient.
• Provide crisis intervention to patient, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the needs 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.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university required
  • Two or more years’ experience in counseling field is required;
  • Four or more years’ experience in the counseling field; preferred

• Master's degree in social or health services field required and
  • One or more years’ professional work experience.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates.
• 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.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

Complete or ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body

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