BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I

Description

Are you looking to find personal and professional fulfillment?  At Crossroads Turning Points (CTP), our employees can make a difference daily by helping people facing substance use and mental health challenges build a healthy lifestyle for their long-term recovery.  Our dedicated team provides personalized care to ensure an environment that allows healing for anyone who walks through our doors.

We seek a dynamic individual to become the Behavioral Health Clinician I for our Alamosa unit. This position provides counseling services to individuals using a combination of therapeutic and recreational interventions.

All applicants must undergo pre-employment drug screening,

which includes testing for marijuana, as well as background checks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Conducts patient assessments and obtains all relevant information.  Places into appropriate levels of care. 
• Conducts group, family, and individual counseling sessions.  May conduct psycho-educational or family groups.
• Administers assessments to evaluate patient's needs.
• Complete documentation in a timely matter according to CTP clinical procedures.
• Regularly reports patient progress to Supervisor.
• Coordinates and refers to supportive services in the community to supplement treatment and counseling. 
• Must travel to outlying sites to train and treat the client. 
• May maintain an OTP caseload and conduct annual updates: CCARs, DACOD & others.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: 

HS Diploma or BA with a CAS Certification.

Master's degree in sociology or related field. 

Must be able to obtain CAS certification within 18 months after the hire date. 

Experience: 

Minimum of two years working in the behavioral health field. 

Previous substance use treatment experience and expertise with trauma preferred. 

Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams. 

Other:            

Understanding the ASAM level of care criteria is preferred but not required.     

Solid communication skills. 

Proficient computer skills are required, including electronic records.

CPR and first-aid certification (the agency pays for initial training and renewals).   

Valid driver's license and insurability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to assist other employees in moving patients.  Must be able to stand, walk, sit, and drive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

A combination of office and clinical settings with a high degree of patient interaction.    

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent package of benefits: 

• Medical (up to 70% paid by employer).
• Dental & Vision Insurance 
• Eight (8) Paid Holidays 
• Two (2) Paid Administrative Holidays 
• Career Advancement
• Retirement 401K with employer match up to 5%.
• Many other benefits (free and optional).

Apply today at www.crossroadstp.org under the employment tab.

Join a leader in the behavioral health field with over 45 years of experience!

Closing Date:

December 23, 2024, or open until filled

Salary:

$58,656 - $60,000 (exempt position)

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Salary : $58,656 - $60,000