
Trauma Primary Clinical Therapist - (2023-052) Marne, MI
Job description
Sanford Behavioral Health is an innovative and trusted leader in addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health treatment. We are located in Michigan, but our services reach far beyond with residential, outpatient and telehealth programs. Our mission is to raise the standard of care across Michigan and fill service gaps. To that end, Sanford opened the first standalone residential eating disorder treatment center in Michigan; Sanford Comprehensive Treatment for Eating Disorders (SCTED) is also the largest eating disorder facility in the Midwest. Sanford is committed to improving access to services, reducing stigma surrounding mental health, and promoting progress and innovation related to mental health, eating disorders, and substance use disorder treatment.
Sanford is working hard to break down treatment barriers to meet the tremendous mental health needs of the first responders in our state. We are looking for a Trauma Primary Clinical Therapist that has a strong foundation in behavioral health and cultural competency when collaborating with a multidisciplinary team (or has willingness to pursue this competency).
Sanford Behavioral Health is an organization that is willing to invest in its employees, helping them to acquire the skills and expertise needed to be supportive leaders and empathic advocates to our clients. Join us and be a part of the team that changes lives, families and communities!
Pay is Dependent on Education and Work Experience!
Role and Responsibilities
- Orients clients to treatment through introductions, tours, etc.
- Provides individual and group counseling, didactic and process groups, family counseling, as needed, and overall case management of residential, partial hospitalization program (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient clients.
- Processes screening and referrals, psychosocial assessments, individualized treatment plans, treatment plan reviews and updates, progress notes, utilization reviews, transition and discharge plans, and continuing care plans.
- Provides education to clients and families about mental health treatment, lapse, and recovery options.
- Maintains all files, paperwork, and records by quality assurance standards.
- Monitors the needs of clients and alums, including inter-agency referrals and follow-ups.
- Assures maintenance of client rights, health, welfare, and safety by providing support to all team members and by maintaining continuity of quality care.
- Makes client referrals for ongoing care, including medical and crisis care.
- Stays up to date on professional licenses and all necessary continuing education and supervision, as required.
- Advocates for insurance coverage through timely and thorough communication with third-party billing companies. Completes timely client reviews for insurance purposes.
- Maintains strict confidentiality on all client records and business-related records, as required under HIPAA guidelines.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Hold or be eligible for one of the following licensures: LSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPC, LMSW, AMFT, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD, required.
- Has 2+ years of post-Master's clinical experience, required.
- Possess a core skill set of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
- Eating Disorder experience, preferred.
ADA Disclaimer
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
EEOC Statement
Sanford Behavioral Health is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by Federal, State, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Weekend availability
Education:
- Master's (Required)
Experience:
- Post-Master's Clinical: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- LSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPC, LMSW, AMFT, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD (Required)
Work Location: In person
