Clinical Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY

The Clinical Therapist will be responsible for performing psychotherapy services including assessment, treatment plan development, crisis and discharge planning as well as individual, group and family counseling for clients. The clinician is responsible for reviewing and signing all clinical documentation in a timely manner. The Clinical Therapist will also act as a clinical consultant to the treatment team as indicated and will collaborate with outside agencies as required in delivering services.

JFCS offers exceptional clinical training opportunities and clinical supervision. Graduates from clinical programs and associate level clinicians interested in obtaining independent licensure are supervised by seasoned supervisors approved by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (AzBBHE).

JFCS is a Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

The salary for this position is up to $80,000 per year.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide psychotherapy specific to the client's identified treatment needs through individual, family or group therapy. This could include, but not be limited to, trauma-focused treatment, CBT, play therapy and other evidenced-based treatments


• Provide client advocacy and assistance when appropriate to the client's clinical progress


• Ensure that each client has appropriate clinical documentation, including but not limited to, clinical assessments, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, crisis plans and discharge plans


• Meet treatment standards as specified in contracts or special grants, and agency protocols in terms of timeliness of service, number and duration of services provided, and timeliness of paperwork and reporting completion


• Adhere to agency protocols, legal and contract requirements, and professional standards regarding documentation and electronic record keeping


• When clinically appropriate, advocate and assist clients in seeking other appropriate services or supports in the community


• Collaborate with outside agencies when necessary for the treatment of the client


• Attend weekly supervision as directed by Clinical Supervisor


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

WORK HOURS, SCHEDULE & FLEXIBILITY

This position requires flexible scheduling; clinicians are required to work five days a week. To help meet the needs of the clients, clinicians must either: work two evenings a week (e.g. 11-8pm), or on Saturdays (Tuesday-Saturday schedule). Clinicians working Saturdays receive incentive pay. Adjustments to an agreed upon schedule will require approval of the Program Director or the Chief Program Officer.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERFACE

• Engage in respectful and ongoing communication and problem solving with others


• Act as a positive and professional ambassador for the Agency both internally and in the greater community


• Collaborate and consult with other staff members and participate in supervision on therapeutic practices and case presentation


• Coordinate and collaborate with outside agencies and services when needed as part of the client's therapy and treatment planning


• Establish positive therapeutic relationships with clients


• Deliver high quality service in a wide range of situations


• Adherence to highest ethical standards


• Ability to work with and engage in service with difficult and/or ambivalent individuals and families

PROBLEM SOLVING AND JUDGEMENT

• Excellent ability to analyze data and identify trends


• Follow established procedures while being creative and taking initiative


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision


• Take all practical steps to ensure a work environment that is safe, friendly, helpful and free from harassment or bullying


• Must be able to handle all facets of the business both standard and non-standard situations

REQUIREMENTS

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Counseling, or related behavioral health field


• Licensed in the State of Arizona at the Independent level (LPC, LCSW, LMFT), Associate level (LAC, LMSW), or eligible for state licensure (i.e. demonstrate having passed the licensure exam or approval by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners to take the licensure exam) at the time of hire and obtain licensure within six months of hire, preferred but not required


• Willingness and demonstrated ability to work with families and children ages 6 and older is preferred
  


• Working knowledge of community resources


• Strong written, verbal, presentation and communication skills


• Positive attitude, proactive mentality, responsive, and strong work ethic


• Follow established procedures while being creative and taking initiative


• Must be willing to accept feedback, and respond in professional manner

Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance and pass a background check