Clinician - Arizona Families FIRST

TERRO; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental plan options

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Terros Health is seeking an AFF Clinician to provide comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and ASAM-based care for AFF clients in Phoenix, AZ. The role partners with DCS and the care team to plan services and secure the appropriate level of care, including outpatient counseling for adults and families.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Behavioral Health, state licensure, and enjoys collaborating with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Must have Master’s degree in behavioral health or related field.
• Arizona license in good standing (LCSW/LPC/LIAC/LMSW/LAC/LMFT).
• Experience with AFF, DCS, and ASAM Criteria assessment preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish/ASL encouraged with pay differential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and ASAM Criteria assessments.
• Coordinate care with DCS Specialist and Care Coordinator for referrals.
• Develop Service Plans with the care team to meet patient and family needs.
• Provide evidence-based outpatient interventions for individuals, families, and groups.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Bilingual communication

Assessment documentation

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral Health

Tools

NextGen EHR

Job description

Terros Health is pleased to share an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a Arizona Families F.I.R.S.T. Clinician working at our McDowell Rd Health Center location in Phoenix, AZ.Terros Health is a health care company focused on the whole person, providing primary care and specializing in mental health and substance use treatment for over 50 years. We help people live their lives in recovery and we save lives every day. Our vision is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people, achieving exceptional outcomes. We are guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment, with diversity woven throughout. Together, we are Inspiring Change for Life!HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALINGTerros Health is hiring a AFF Clinician for an outpatient clinic in Phoenix, AZ.(Will consider Master's Level Therapists with Experience)Location: 4909 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85008Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/weekTuesday - SaturdayORMonday - FridayExperience Treating Co-Occurring Disorders PreferredThis position will be a blend between groups, individual and assessments. We work with Domestic Violence Probationers- so DV experience is a plus but we will train.Behavioral Health Experience Preferred, Licensure Preferred(Master’s degree, i.e., MA, MC, MSW, in a Behavioral Health Field)Arizona Licensed: LCSW, LPC, LIAC, LMSW, LAC, LAAC or LMFT in Good Standing(Temporary license does not qualify)$23.42+ per hour for Master's Level Therapists$57,000+ for Associate Level Therapists$70,000+ for Independent Licensed TherapistsAdditional Language Differential Pay Available: Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, Swahili or ASLPosition Summary: Under the Agency’s policies and professional requirements, with oversight by the Clinical Manager, the Arizona Families F.I.R.S.T. (AFF) Assessment Clinician works closely with the Department of Child Safety (DCS) Specialist, the Terros Health Service Team, and other collateral community contacts to engage AFF referred clients. The engagement process includes conducting a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment to determine the diagnosis and individual treatment needs of the client. The AFF Assessment Clinician may complete assessments for AFF clients referred from any of the Terros Health-contracted regions, including Maricopa East, Maricopa West, Northern and Southern regions. The AFF Assessment Clinician participates in the development of the Service Plan through the service team format, which strives to effectively meet the patient’s/family’s needs and aims to result in improve health outcomes. This position is responsible for providing evidence-based, therapeutic interventions which may include outpatient counseling services for adults, children, adolescents, families, couples and groups. The position reports to the Clinical Site Manager or Director of AFF Regions.Duties May Include:Prior to the assessment, reviews the DCS referral and supplemental documents to gain insight about the family system from DCS’ perspective, including prior treatment attempts, child safety threats related to substance use, and other barriers to reunification.Conducts a comprehensive biopsychosocial and ASAM Criteria assessment to identify whether the patient requires treatment, and if so, the treatment level of care and supportive services necessary to meet the patient’s needs.Requests additional information from the referring DCS/DES Specialist if the determination is that substance use disorder treatment is not recommended; including discussions surrounding the original reason the referral was made and confirm that no additional information is available that would influence the determination, as evidenced by documentation in the patient record.Coordinates with the Care Coordinator to make referral to an appropriate facility, should the ASAM Criteria assessment indicates a need for stabilization services (medical detoxification), inpatient, and residential services.Upon completion of the assessment, prepares a written assessment summary that follows the ASAM Criteria Comprehensive Assessment Report outline as described in the scope of work.Completes care coordination activities, as needed, with other entities to ensure individual client needs are identified, included in the assessment, and addressed in the Service Plan.Benefits & WellnessWe invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionallyMultiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their familiesMultiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverageVision insuranceGroup life and disability insurancePet insurance401(k) plan with company matchInterest-free medical line of creditFinancial education, planning, and support resourcesMonetary company contribution toward eligible benefitsBilingual pay differentialGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first yearPaid Sick Time10 paid holidays annuallyComprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family membersTrip Reduction ProgramOngoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:ScholarshipsClinical supervisionContinuing Education Units (CEUs)Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)Access to the Working Advantage Employee Discount Program, with savings on:Gym membershipsCar rentalsFlights, hotels, movie tickets, and moreMust possess a Master’s degree in a related discipline, i.e. MA, MC, MSW, Arizona behavioral health license (other than LBSW) or eligible for Arizona license from Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.Must pass background check in accordance with Terros Health and DCS requirements including, but not limited to, no restraining orders within the last 10 years.Must pass DCS Central Registry check without any disqualifying events.Must have ability to perform First Aid or CPR as necessary and appropriate.Knowledge in use of Electronic Health Records - NextGen a plus.Experience working with diverse populations and bilingual desired (Spanish/ASL - pay differential available).Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Must have valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy.Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 7 working days of assuming role.Must pass a TB Test.Physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.