Mental Health Therapist

Old Pueblo Community Services; Tucson (AZ); Sur place; USD 31 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive Salary

Employer Subsidized Health Insurance

Employer Matching 401 (k) plan

Dental Plan and Vision Plan

Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Training

136 Hours PTO per Year

Résumé du poste

Old Pueblo Community Services seeks a Therapist I to provide outpatient behavioral health services. You will work with individuals facing homelessness, SMI, and SUD, using harm reduction and Housing First approaches to support goal achievement.

The role includes conducting assessments, delivering counseling, coordinating care, and maintaining confidential EHR documentation in a supportive, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Associate license in social work or counseling required (e.g., LMSW, LAC).
• Willingness to learn evidenced-based practices such as de-escalation and housing first.
• Experience with EHR systems and strong communication abilities.

Responsabilités

• Complete behavioral health assessments and develop recovery plans under supervision.
• Deliver counseling in group and individual formats per the Recovery Plan.
• Update plans as services are completed and coordinate care with staff.
• Document services in the EHR and maintain confidential files per HIPAA.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

HIPAA compliance

Formation

Associate Level Professional License (e.g., LMSW, LAC)

Outils

Electronic Health Records

Description du poste

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm with evening hours.

The Therapist I is responsible for providing therapeutic services to OPCS outpatient clients. The role involves interacting with individuals who are experiencing homelessness, Serious Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorder, and other related conditions. The therapist will utilize a harm reduction and Housing First approach to support clients in reaching their goals.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Employer Subsidized Health Insurance for Employee and Family
• Employer Matching 401 (k) plan (after 1 year)
• Employer Subsidized Dental Plan and Vision Plan
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Training
• 136 Hours Paid Time Off (PTO) Per Year

Duties and Responsibilities

• Completion of behavioral health assessments, screenings, recovery plans, and discharge summaries as needed, under the direction of a Behavioral Health Professional.
• Delivery of Counseling Services to clients in both a group and individual format in accordance with the Recovery Plan.
• Making updates to the plan as services are completed. If it is determined that the client needs services outside of the current plan.
• Conduct clinical and interdisciplinary staffing meetings to ensure quality service provision and strong coordination of care standards are met and communicated.
• Support colleagues in managing their caseload through coaching on specific interventions and training tactics to increase engagement and quality of service.
• Engage in clinical supervision with Clinical Supervisor.
• Document services and information within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Maintain all client files in a confidential manner and in compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate Level Professional License (e.g., LMSW, LAC)
• Willingness to learn and practice evidence-based practices, such as De-escalation (CPI Model), Motivational Interviewing, Housing First and Harm Reduction.
• Strong communication, interpersonal
• Experience with Electronic Health Records.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to complete training and pass certification.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license, proof of auto insurance and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing therapy to client with a serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) used in treating clients in the areas of mental health, substance use, and trauma.

Employment References and background check is conducted pre-employment.

Pay Rate

$22.42 - $27.53 – $32.63

In accordance with pay transparency, the salary reflected in this posting is the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Salary placement is typically between the minimum and mid-point of the salary range.