Licensed Therapist - Master Level

Description

Licensed Therapists complete assessments, collaborate with their clients to create individualized treatment plans, provide individual counseling, and group therapy sessions to assist clients with recovering from substance use disorder.

Licensed Therapists work closely with other treatment team members including BHTs, Peer Support Specialists, and clinical administration to provide high quality services to the patient population. Licensed Therapists will complete documentation in the EMR and work with the billing department for all necessary utilization review. 

Shift: Monday - Friday 

Responsibilities 

· Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine clients' needs and progress.

· Develop, implement, and review personalized treatment plans for assigned caseload.

· Actively participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings/staffings.

· Responsible for providing group and individual counseling.

· Complete accurate clinical documentation same day as date of service.

· Maintain good standing with the AZBBHE and complete all continuing education requirements.

· Stay current with updated research and best practices.

· Secure client information per HIPAA standards.

· Attends and/or provides in-service training as needed.

· Promotes mission, vision, and values of the Axiom Care program.

Who is Axiom Care?

Axiom Care is a Phoenix-based provider of substance use treatment and recovery housing. Dedicated totransforming lives, Axiom Care serves fi nancially vulnerable and justice-involved individuals, creating apathway to a brighter future.

Axiom Care offers comprehensive services encompassing multiple levels of care, including drug and alcohol detoxification, residential treatment, intensive outpatient treatment, medication assisted treatment, supportive housing, integrated care, and re-entry support. Axiom Care is accredited by the Joint Commission and licensed with all seven AHCCCS insurers.

What we offer?

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Employee Assistance Program

Group Term Life/Voluntary Term Life/AD&D/Short Term Disability/Voluntary Accident Coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO and Sick Time

Requirements

· Must be proficient in computer applications and electronic medical record systems.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

· Some assignments require an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

· Current Arizona Driver License and a current satisfactory 39-month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

· Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their loved ones and professionals.

· Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret human service periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

· Strong assessment skills.

· Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and analyze policies and procedures.

· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

· Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

· Working knowledge of twelve step programs of recovery and other models of self-help options in the community

· Ability to have conversations with clients about harm reduction strategies.

· As part of Axiom Care’s commitment to Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS), this position supports efforts to provide inclusive and accessible translation services for clients. Responsibilities may include participating in CLAS-related training, supporting language access initiatives, and promoting cultural sensitivity in day-to-day operations.

Qualification Requirements:

· Minimum one year of experience with providing substance use treatment to the AHCCCS population, justice involved persons, and chronically underhoused.

· Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or health-related field

· Licensed with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (LAC, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW, LASAC, LISAC)

· Two to three years of experience working in behavioral health or substance abuse field preferred.

· Minimal supervision regarding use of time.

Physical Requirements:  

The physical demands described here 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions