Primary Therapist

Blueprints for Recovery is seeking a full time counselor for group and individual counseling. Blueprints for Recovery is a treatment center located in Prescott, AZ, Blueprints for Recovery provides treatment customized to fit the unique individuals needs of each client. Blueprints for Recovery believes in helping clients not only abstain from drugs and alcohol but in finding their true purpose and passions in life.

The Primary Therapist requires knowledge and experience in addictions and mental health with the ability to diagnose clients, work with medical staff and complete vital information for insurance reporting requirements. The Primary Therapist will follow clients’ progress from a clinical standpoint from admittance to discharge, keep the Clinical Director and Case Managers informed on any issues/problems with any clients and perform all documentation in accordance with state licensing and Joint Commission.

Qualifications:

A master’s degree in the behavioral health field

Licensure issued by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners to engage in the practice of

behavioral health in Arizona at the Independent level

Willing to work with associate licensure and provide supervision lead by our clinical director

Ability to prioritize and provide appropriate treatment protocols.

Must be 21 years of age

CPR/First Aid Certification preferred

3 years minimum experience in the behavioral health field preferred

Essential functions and responsibilities:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification.

Responsible for the clinical care provided by the site with emphasis on coordination between clinical

disciplines, coordination of clinical activities of the program, and implementation of objectives outlined in the

ADHS and Joint Commission.

Responsible for conducting therapy groups weekly and 1:1 with clients.

Meets with clients on an individual basis to create a treatment plan, revise and review treatment plans and

perform counseling both individually and in group settings.

Documents progress notes in client files following each individual session.

Communicates operational barriers, including service development/network issues, to the Site Administrator

and other Direct Services Management staff as necessary. Works cooperatively with site staff to resolve

identified issues at the site level.

Participates in staff meetings, trainings and other activities as required.

Facilitate and lead curriculum for daytime groups.

Will assess the client’s case management needs and incorporate those needs, goals and objectives in the

treatment plan and utilize appropriate staff or referral sources to satisfy client’s needs.

The therapist will work with client in collaboration to create and implement a discharge plan and in

discharge planning.

Crisis intervention—recognizing emotional stress and utilizing resources to resolve problems.

Client education—provide current alcohol/drug information and available resources to clients, groups, and

families.

Other duties as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Blueprints for Recovery is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants for employment are protected from discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Paid Time Off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

On call crisis intervention and new client intakes

Experience:

Clinical and Administrative: 3 years (Preferred)

License:

Arizona Board of Behavioral Health (Preferred)

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

Dependable more reliable than spontaneous

People-oriented enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects

Adaptable/flexible enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction

Detail-oriented would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture

Achievement-oriented enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail

Work Remotely:

No