Behavioral Counselor - $3,000 Sign on Bonus

Overview

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Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Our premier treatment center is seeking a dependable and motivated Full-Time Residential Counselor  (Behavioral Therapist) to provide direct support to individuals on their journey towards recovery and improved mental wellness.

 

This position offers a 4-day workweek.

 

 

SIGN ON BONUS: $3,000

 

SCHEDULE: Must be able to work one weekend day.

4 x 10-hour shifts (Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday)

 

 

PURPOSE STATEMENT: 

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

 

About Sierra Tucson:

For 40 years, Sierra Tucson has been a place of peace, hope, and healing. On our serene, 160-acre campus, experienced professionals provide integrative, evidence-based care to help adults of all genders achieve lasting recovery from addiction and mental illness. Sierra Tucson is accredited by the Joint Commission and dual licensed as both an Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit and Residential Treatment Center. We are internationally known and respected as a leader in the treatment of addictions, behavioral disorders, and chronic pain.

 

 

 

Benefits of working at Sierra Tucson: Residential Treatment Center:

Three medical plan levels, dental and vision insurance

HSA, FSA, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance

Company paid short term disability insurance

Optional long term disability insurance

401k with Company match

 

Vacation, Sick Time, paid holidays and professional development reimbursement

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

 

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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:

• ​High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university preferred. Two or more years’ experience in counseling field is required;
• ​OR Bachelor's degree in other field required and;  Four or more years’ experience in the counseling field;
• ​OR 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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

 

 

We are committed to providing equal  employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

 

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