Phoenix Rising Recovery is currently looking for a Licensed Therapist for our residential mental health treatment center in Palm Desert!
Benefits:
Renewal Health group, offers competitive salaries for all positions.
Regular employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for:
Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
Reimbursement for licensing fees
Education assistance
Employee referral bonus
Healthcare Flexible spending account with $250 company contribution for Full time employees
Paid vacation, sick leave, 6 paid holidays, jury duty pay
Direct deposit and same-day pay
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan with 4% dollar for dollar match to employees who work a minimum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.
Full Time Position.
The Licensed Mental Health Therapist supports and promotes the mission of Phoenix Rising, and provides treatment and case management to clients and their families.
The Therapist carries caseloads of which will include individual therapy, conjoint, family and group therapy, art therapy, sexual abuse treatment, abuse treatment, crisis intervention, and after care.
Duties and responsibilities
Responsible for individual, group and family counseling sessions to discuss effective coping skills and assist clients in identifying the reasons for their addiction and overcoming the problems related to the addiction.
Conducts client psychosocial assessment, develops and monitors the implementation of individualized treatment plans, carries out client intake process, and is available to solve any pertinent issues.
Collaborates with treatment team comprised of clinical staff, including the clinical director, program director and counselors.
Identify patients' negative behaviors by asking personal questions and monitoring their actions.
Responsible for assisting residents to live more effectively with their addictions by identifying harmful behaviors and overcoming urges.
Demonstrate an understanding of patient care through charting and documenting resident progress and provide service referrals when needed.
Review patient analysis, random drug tests, and facilitate therapy sessions.
Maintain professional relationships with the staff, clients, families and visitors
Perform any other duties as needed.
Qualifications
Master's degree from accredited marriage and family therapy or psychology program.
Registration with State of California Board of Behavioral Health as a registered associate with number.
Experience working with primary mental health or an acute psychiatric population preferred.
Ability to supervise registered associates preferred.
Able to work in a fast paced setting, under pressure, and maintain open, and proper communication.
Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or employees of an organization.
Ability to relate harmoniously with staff and clients of diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds
Experience in providing direct services to individuals, families and groups.
Good Computer skills.
Ability to navigate an Electronic Health Records System.
Kipu experience a plus.
Demonstrate professionalism, and strong boundaries with the clients.
Renewal Health Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
RHG will consider applicants with criminal history as required.
Hiring Requirements:
Hiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.
For the mental health program additional requirements include receiving DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance or an exemption and a submission of a signed Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508).
Clean Background a must.
*Please note: Renewal Health Group is subject to the CA state vaccine records mandate for all healthcare workers; all employees must provide vaccination records or complete a waiver statement.