Therapist

Position Summary

The behavioral health Therapist will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, which will provide a comprehensive care program for clients receiving behavioral health services at Prisma Community Care. The Prisma behavioral health program is designed to empower clients to develop healthy choices and continue to live well irrespective of a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or HIV status. The behavioral health program serves all people with general behavioral health outpatient services while also offering a special focus on outpatient treatment for members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as well as for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). 

The behavioral health Therapist, under the direction of the Director of Mental & Social Wellness, is responsible for addressing the behavioral health needs of Prisma clients, specifically using psychotherapy for the purpose of assessment, diagnosis and treatment of individuals, couples, families, and groups. The Therapist I will provide psychotherapy to clients and/or refer the clients to other appropriate human services within the organization or the greater Phoenix area. The Therapist I will also provide assistance and learning opportunities for colleagues. 

The Therapist supports the Prisma Community Care mission of providing affirming and inclusive services to promote well-being and advance health equity for diverse communities and all those seeking compassionate care - especially people of color, 2SLGBTQIA+ and Queer individuals, and those affected by HIV.   

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Therapist Responsibilities [100%]

• This position will be 70% patient-facing for billable counseling clients and 30% administrative time to include but not limited to completing documentation, charting, and supervision.
• KPI Expectations:
• 28 billable hours per week (70% Productivity). 
• Provide comprehensive psychotherapy services for Prisma Community Care clients, including initial assessment and ongoing psychotherapy. 
• Create treatment plans, defining and prioritizing the areas to be addressed, working with the client to develop short-term and long-term goals and the strategies for achieving them within a given time frame. Review all treatment plans with the Director of Mental and Social Wellness or designated supervisor for each client. 
• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy to facilitate the changes the client desires or needs. 
• Provide crisis intervention as needed. 
• Consult and collaborate with other professionals both within and outside the organization to facilitate client treatment. 
• Maintain mental health reports and records in a timely manner. Provide statistics and documentation required to maintain administrative records. 
• Participate in outreach into the community to identify prospective clients and/or community needs and facilitate the satisfaction of those needs. Provide educational presentations, as needed, within the agency and throughout the community. 
• Participate in supervision with the Clinical Director or designated clinical supervisor as required by the Office of Behavioral Health Licensure, Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, and Prisma Community Care policies and procedures. 
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned. 

We've got great benefits: 

• 200 hours of PTO per year 
• Up to 13 paid holidays per year 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Basic life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance paid by Prisma Community Care 
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Retirement savings

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, or other closely related field.
• Knowledge of mental health and community resources. 
• Full understanding of HIPAA and protecting client confidentiality. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) software applications and competent in using electronic medical records (EMRs) and information systems in providing effective documentation of client care. 
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to transportation at all times for work related duties. 
• Able to work in fast paced environment with changing deadlines and priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and maintain effective communication with culturally diverse populations from a wide range of life circumstances and backgrounds.
• All organization employees must be able to work effectively in a mission-driven organization whose clients and staff exhibit significant diversity with respect to race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, nationality, and religion.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Demonstrate a sound understanding of gender identity, gender expression, gender presentation, sex, and sexual orientation etc.
• Experience applying National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of the complex issues marginalized populations are faced with and the barriers they experience accessing healthcare.
• Knowledge of issues and community resources related to HIV/AIDS, chemical dependency, mental health, housing, health insurance, and other barriers.
• Bilingual (Spanish & English). 

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. 
• Office environment, exposure to computer screens for lengthy periods of time. 
• The position requires extensive use of clinical documentation by typing notes using a standard computer keyboard. The electronic medical record may not support use of spell-check or transcription devices, which should not be expected for completion of documentation. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, stand; use hands, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Compliance Requirements

• Currently have, or be able to obtain within 90 days of employment, a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Currently have, or are able to obtain within 30 days of employment, a clear TB test
• Currently have, or are able to obtain within 30 days of employment, a current flu vaccination
• Currently have, or are able to initiate within 30 days of employment, a Hepatitis-B primary vaccination series
• Currently have, or are able to obtain within 30 days of employment, a CPR certification

Equal Employment Opportunity

Prisma Community Care is an equal opportunity employer, and we value a healthy work environment free from harassment and discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.  

Send reasonable accommodation requests for medical or religious needs to Human Resources at [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations to allow the employee to carry out position duties will be discussed interactively with the employee based on their specific circumstances and the essential job functions of the position.