Clinical Therapist - REACH

At First Step House, "We help people build lives of meaning, purpose, and recovery," and we are dedicated to this mission. We are hiring for a full time Residential Clinical Therapist (Social Work) in Salt Lake City, Utah with a fantastic Sign on Bonus and Relocation Package!!! The REACH therapist provides a full spectrum of clinical services within the scope of his/ her/their licensure. These services range from substance use and mental-health therapy to case management. The REACH therapist is responsible for providing the highest possible care to every client served. This role can be complex as therapists must navigate between varying interests. For example, while client advocacy and rapport must be priorities, consideration must be given to the interests of funders, legal entities, and other stake holders. This role requires strong collaborative skills, as therapists work with various teams, including treatment teams and legal entities. The REACH therapist assists the Program Manager and Director of SUD Treatment Services in other administrative tasks and works in concert with the priorities of the Senior Management Team, the Executive Director, and the Board of Directors. Strong interpersonal boundaries and a clear understanding of ethical responsibilities are a necessity for this position. The overall goals of this position are to (a) provide high-quality care for clients, (b) provide a high level of customer service for funders, clients, and other stake holders, and (c) provide support for the clinical and administrative teams. Looking for flexibility? Join our team and enjoy a standardized 36-hour work week! Pay Ranges from $ 60,000 - 80,000 per year Flexible Schedule depending on the facility! Example schedule: Monday through Thursday 9-hour days. Relocation package and sign on bonus Licensure requirements: MSW, CSW, ACMHC, LMFT, CMHC, or LCSW Our full-time benefits include: 36 hour work week (4x9s) Generous paid time off allowance (this increases with tenure) Generous holiday policy (15 observed holidays a year including your birthday) 401(k) employer matching Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Medical Opportunity for annual merit increase and annual bonus Team environment with an exceptional work culture Duties to include but not limited to: Conducts full biopsychosocial assessments, reviews and updates prior assessments, and develops initial treatment plans for clients seeking treatment, admitting to treatment, or transferring between programs. In assessing clients, uses relevant clinical skills including administering assessment tools, performing interviews, gathering sensitive information, performing diagnostic interviews, maintaining rapport, writing assessment information according to protocols, and communicating with relevant parties (e.g., clinical team, funders). Uses the American Society of Addiction Medicine's Patient Placement Criteria (ASAM PPC-2R) in recommending client service levels and in formulating treatment plans. Uses the Utah Web Infrastructure for Treatment Services (UWITS) database to enter clinical assessment, billing, and client information. Completes admissions responsibilities in a timely manner including administrative work relevant to helping clients enter treatment. For more information about our non-profit organization, you can visit our website at www.firststephouse.orgAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.