Behavioral Health Therapist

AdventHealth; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sioux Falls is seeking a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Therapist. This role focuses on supporting patients and families dealing with substance use and mental health issues. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing therapy, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling and relevant licensure. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with various benefits.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• One plus years of experience in clinical social work or counseling.
• State of Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required.

Responsibilities

• Performs intake and psycho-social assessments on patients and families.
• Provides psychotherapy to patients and families coping with substance use.
• Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team on treatment plans.

Skills

Counseling

Psychotherapy

Patient Advocacy

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

**A** **ll the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:**

+ Benefits from Day One

+ Paid Days Off from Day One

+ Student Loan Repayment Program

+ Career Development

+ Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

+ Mental Health Resources and Support

+ Pet Insurance*

+ Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

**Our promise to you:**

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better.

**Schedule:** Full Time

**Shift** : Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm

**Location:** Sanford, Hope and Healing Center

**The role you’ll contribute:**

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Therapist is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who is key member of the healthcare team working with patients and their families to help manage the difficulties of substance use and behavioral health. The therapist utilizes therapeutic skills to assess patients for psycho-social and economic barriers that interfere with the attainment of their healthcare goals. The therapist works closely with care managers, physicians, nursing staff, and spiritual support for patients and families with counseling services, crisis intervention, patient and parent/spouse coping, bereavement, and substance use issues for continuity of care within the AdventHealth System. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

**The value you’ll bring to the team:**

Performs intake and psycho-social assessments on patients and families and provides psychotherapy to patients and families coping with substance use and mental health disorders.

Maintains comprehensive community resources and networks to assist patients and families as they transition back to the community

Completes daily workflow and processes as assigned by the clinical manager or designee, ensuring all tasks are executed in accordance with federal, state and local standards, as well as, departmental protocols, AdventHealth Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Facilitates age appropriate therapeutic groups on residential unit and IOP in accordance with department standard/protocol.

Provides family therapy as indicated for patients on residential unit and IOP in accordance with department standard/protocol

Conducts daily clinical rounding and individual therapy sessions for patients in accordance with department standard/protocol

Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team in establishing/documenting psycho-social determinants to attainment of safe discharges to ensure each patient has completed discharge plans as indicated upon release from the program.

Provides daily documentation of clinical and case management services in accordance with department standard/protocol

Performs discharge planning/post-acute care coordination

Maintains professional competency by participating in continuing education and appropriate learning experiences, both internally and externally. Attends pertinent conferences and seminars regarding clinical social work and behavioral health. Applies local, state, and federal programs to assist with appropriate referrals and coordination of post-acute care

Participates in the development of programs to support patients and families dealing with substance use and behavioral health disorders.

Acts as patient advocate for patient needs within the community.

Participates with the interdisciplinary team in developing and implementing a clinical treatment plan.

Follows up with patients in post-acute environment to ensure compliance with discharge plan post hospitalization

Performs additional duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department.

Qualifications

**The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:**

**REQUIRED:**

+ Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling

+ One plus years of experience in clinical social work or counseling

+ State of Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

+ Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW)

+ Lic Professional Counselor (LPC)

+ Licn Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

+ Licn Marriage/Fam Therapist (LMFT)

+ Licensed Clin Psychotherapist (LCP)

+ Lic Prof Counselor Assoc (LPCA)

+ Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)

+ Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

+ Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

**Category:** Behavioral

**Organization:** AdventHealth Central Florida

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Shift:** 1 - Day

**Req ID:** 25017864

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.