THERAPIST

Responsibilities

Foundations Recovery Network (FRN) is the premier provider of integrated treatment for co-occurring addiction and mental health concerns, offering residential and outpatient services nationwide. At each facility, we focus on patient-centered care and an individualized approach, upholding a high standard of innovative treatment and compassionate attention to each patient's needs. We are committed to providing and promoting evidence-based treatment for individuals with co-occurring disorders through clinical services, education, and research. Our purpose is to create lifetime relationships for long-term recovery. Everything we do is designed to support recovery in a comprehensive way, addressing the needs of the whole person-physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. We provide the foundation; you build the life.

The Canyon at Santa Monica is a center for recovery and healing. In addition to traditional recovery services, The Canyon provides a supportive environment where patients can drop in to work on life skills and seek support wherever they are in their recovery. Our unique treatment approach engages the whole person in the healing process and encourages loved ones to be involved in treatment in order to build a solid foundation for lasting recovery.

FRN is currently seeking a Per Diem Primary Therapist , to oversee all aspects of patient care and therapy at our outpatient facility. The Primary Therapist will have the distinct privilege of working in a setting where they can truly spend quality time with their patients and work closely with the treatment staff. Patient-centered care is not only what we do; it is at the core of who we are.

Do you have a passion for working with patients with co-occurring disorders and chemical dependence? Do you want to be part of a team of highly skilled individuals, driven by the goal of helping people through life- changing recovery? Do you have the desire to serve as a Brand Ambassador to FRN? If so, then you could be just the person we are looking for! This position will be located at The Canyon at Santa Monica, our outpatient treatment facility, located in Santa Monica, California.

Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions with clients
  
  
• Responsible for updating and collaborating with referents
  
  
• Participates in weekly staff meetings regarding each client and gives recommendations
  
  
• Performs all other duties as required or assigned
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to inspire client confidence in the FRN Staff and the FRN Model of Treatment
  
  
• Ability to consistently demonstrate, through conduct and communications, the stability required to effectively assist patients and their family members through the FRN Model of Treatment
  
  
• Working knowledge of 12-step, DBT, and MI techniques and programs
  
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
  
  
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
  
  
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
  
  
• Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills
  
  
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects under pressure
  
  
• Must have high level of interpersonal skills, as this position continually requires demonstrated poise, professionalism, tact, and diplomacy
  
  
• Must have strong knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  
  
• Understanding of diverse cultures and gender specific issues and the ability to incorporate needs of gender and culturally diverse groups into the organization
  
  
• Exhibits excellent customer relations skills, as evidenced by supportive and constructive communication with all contacts, including co-workers, patients, residents, visitors, families, and referral sources
  
  
• Understands need for and maintains appropriate confidentiality at all times when interacting with patients, residents, families, visitors, referral sources, and all other contacts
  
  
• A current, valid driver's license is required for frequent business travel between locations.
  
  
• Minimal overnight travel required
  
  
• Due to the 24/7 operational demands, must typically be available after normal working hours and on holidays to manage emergencies that may arise
  
  

Education and Experience

• LSW Required
  
  
• Minimum 3 years experience in mental health or substance abuse field required
  
  

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a rewarding career, please take a moment to share your background and experience with us by applying online. FRN offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience, and benefits programs including medical, dental, life insurance, and 401K.

FRN is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at FRN via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of FRN. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by FRN as a result of the referral or through other means.

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