Primary Therapist - Sign On Bonus Available - ARK Behavioral Health

Our mission. Ark Behavioral Health is a network of Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities that provide a variety of levels of care to those who are prepared to begin their journey toward recovery. Our Bedrock Recovery Center in Canton MA. is hiring Primary Therapists!

Salary: 65K - 75K (We are offering competitive sign on bonuses for primary therapists at our Bedrock Facility in Canton MA.)

Job Summary: The primary therapist will provide direct clinical services to clients at our inpatient treatment facility in a variety of modalities including individual, family and group psychotherapy and psychoeducation. You must be skilled and experienced at treating addictions and their co-occurring mental health disorders. Ideal candidates must be able to work effectively, efficiently, and flexibly in a fast-paced, demanding and team-driven work environment. We have openings in the mental health unit and SUD unit.

Primary Therapist Essential Responsibilities:

• Performing psychosocial evaluations and developing treatment plans and interventions appropriate to the client's age, education, cultural and ethnic background, medical status, substance use and mental diagnoses, functional ability, and life circumstances.
• Documenting all patent-related activities in a timely and professional manner, and according to agency policy and relevant licensing and accreditation standards.
• Participating in clinical utilization review and interdisciplinary team sessions as needed, for the purpose of assisting in patient assessment, development and revision of treatment goals, and discharge planning.
• Participating in regular clinical supervision rounds and consulting with medical director, program manager and colleagues when clinical decisions regarding risk arise.

Primary Therapist Requirements:

• Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality laws
• Knowledge of Addiction Issues, co-occurring disorders, and the 12-Step Recovery Program
• Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution

Primary Therapist Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in mental health or drug and alcohol treatment preferred.

Qualifications/Licensure & Certifications:

• Master's Degree in social work, psychology or related human services field
• LCDC II, LCDC III, LICDC, LPCC, LISW, LPC, LSW
• LADC 1

Why Work for Us!

We provide an environment where our employees can grow and advance professionally, with a healthy balance between work and personal lives. Our biggest investment is in our employees, so we reward and recognize hard work by promoting from within when possible. We pay competitively and offer a variety of benefits to meet your wellness and financial needs.