Therapist - Utah County

Job Description

Job Description

Title Therapist

TypeFull Time

Location Utah County

Pay byExact amount, $95,000.00 per year

Our Mission To create an organization that sets the standard of excellence in the compassionate treatment of behavioral health and addiction disorders.

Since 2015, Nevada Behavioral Health Systems has been providing mental health and substance abuse services to residents across Nevada. By collaborating with a diverse network of experienced behavioral healthcare providers, we have built a community-based care system that offers members personalized options tailored to their individual needs. In 2023, we rebranded as NovumHealth with the expansion of our services in Arizona, California, and Utah.

Position: Therapist

Location: Utah County, Utah – Onsite (This role is not eligible for Remote or Hybrid)

Starting Salary Range: $95,000

The starting salary range for this role is a reasonable estimate, with a goal to pay a competitive market salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education and certification, skills, and internal pay equity.

The Therapist will provide therapeutic support for clients with mental health, behavioral health and substance abuse issues. All Therapy Services must be conducted in the office or at one of our support/crisis center locations (E.g., teletherapy to be done in office). We focus on the promotion of recovery, symptom reduction, increasing coping skills, and the achievement of the highest level of social functioning.

The following are some responsibilities a therapist may have on any given day.

• Perform comprehensive psychological assessments and evaluations to diagnose mental health disorders and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Utilize a variety of assessment tools and techniques to gather information about clients’ mental health status.
Providing Individual and Group Therapy:
• Offer evidencebased individual therapy sessions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions to provide support, build coping skills, and promote interpersonal growth among clients.
Developing and Implementing Treatment Plans:
• Collaborate with clients to create personalized treatment plans that outline therapeutic goals and strategies.
• Regularly review and adjust treatment plans based on clients’ progress and changing needs.
Maintaining Accurate and Confidential Records:
• Document all client interactions, treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant information in accordance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.
• Ensure all client records are kept confidential and secure.
Providing Crisis Intervention and Support:
• Respond to clients in crisis situations with immediate therapeutic intervention to ensure safety and stability.
• Provide ongoing support and resources to help clients manage crises and prevent future occurrences.
What you’ll bring: Knowledge
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of interactive treatment/therapy of patients with mental health concerns.
• Knowledge of clinical documentation requirements.
• Knowledge of state and community resources for patients with mental health conditions. Knowledge of current concepts, theories, and terminology used in diagnosis and treatment of persons in need of behavioral health care.
Skills
• Strong leadership ability and excellent verbal and written communication.
• Skills in evaluation of family dynamics, social influences, and interpersonal relationships. Skills in interaction with clients and their families, in therapeutic intervention, interviewing patients and family members/community representatives.
Abilities
• Ability to provide counseling interventions that build on individual and family strengths and addresses ongoing mental health needs and improve coping skills.
• Ability to complete biopsychosocial assessments and treatment plans.
• Ability to assess risk, safety, and crisis situations with ability to take necessary steps and develop safety plans.
• Ability to engage with diverse populations and provide interventions and services with cultural humility.
• Ability to interface and collaborate with other departments to contribute to the skill set and achieve common goals.
What you’ll need to start:
• Experience in providing oncall crisis services is highly beneficial.
• A master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field is required.
• State licensure as a mental health professional (e.g., Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist) is required.
What will make you stand out:
• Additional certifications in crisis intervention, drug and alcohol counseling, or traumainformed care are advantageous.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child and adolescent development, family systems theory, and traumainformed care
• Training and experience in evidencebased practices such as Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), Motivational Interviewing (MI), TraumaFocused CBT (TFCBT), or similar approaches
• Experience coordinating care across multiple systems, including behavioral health providers, schools, child welfare agencies, juvenile justice programs, primary care providers, and communitybased organizations
• Experience in case conceptualization and intervention strategies for a variety of clients, including children, adolescents and adults
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in mental health counseling or crisis intervention is preferred.
• Must live in Utah County (Majority of work performed will be communitybased in Utah Co.)
What do we offer?
• Competitive Salary Generous vacation policy, paid holidays, and paid sick time Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance (Employeepaid) Optional supplemental Insurance Coverage Company paid access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) 401k Retirement Savings Plan Free Financial coaching and access to Credit Lines and Personal Loans through FinFit Preferred Auto, Home and Renter’s insurance through Allstate Employee Discounts through Corestream …and so much more! Please note: This list is not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Offerings may vary based on subsidiary entity or geographic location
Additional information:
• At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location on a fulltime basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.