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Remote Licensed Therapist- Sign-on bonus of $1,000 +

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, which will provide a comprehensive care program for clients receiving behavioral health services at Southwest Center (SWC). The SWC Behavioral Health program is designed to empower clients to develop healthy choices and continue to live well irrespective of a person's sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or HIV status. You will serve all people with general behavioral health outpatient services while also offering a special focus on outpatient treatment for members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA).

As a Remote Licensed Therapist, you will be under the direction of the Director of Mental and Social Wellness. You are responsible for addressing the behavioral health needs of SWC clients, specifically using psychotherapy for the purpose of assessment, diagnosis and treatment of individuals, couples, families, and groups through telehealth – Video and Telephone. You will provide psychotherapy to clients and/or refer the clients to other appropriate human services within the agency or the greater Phoenix area. You may also provide assistance and learning opportunities for colleagues.

The Remote Licensed Therapist supports the Southwest Center mission of providing affirming and inclusive services to promote well-being and advance health equity for diverse communities and all those seeking compassionate care - especially people of color, LGBTQIA2S+ and Queer individuals, and those affected by HIV.

What your day will look like at Southwest Center:

• You will provide comprehensive psychotherapy services for SWC clients, including initial assessment and ongoing psychotherapy via video and/or telephone.
• You will create treatment plans, defining and prioritizing the areas to be addressed, working with the client to develop short- and long-term goals and the strategies for achieving them within a given time frame.
• You will provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy to facilitate the changes the client desires or needs.
• You may provide crisis intervention as needed.
• You will consult and collaborate with other professionals both within and outside the agency to facilitate client treatment.
• You will maintain mental health reports and records in a timely manner. Provide statistics and documentation required to maintain administrative records.
• You may participate in outreach into the community to identify prospective clients and/or community needs and facilitate the satisfaction of those needs. Provide educational presentations, as needed, within the agency and throughout the community.
• You will also participate in supervision with the Clinical Director or designated clinical supervisor as required by the Office of Behavioral Health Licensure, Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, and SWC policies and procedures.
• You will have group supervision and agency staff meetings that will require you to attend in-person at the Phoenix office-estimated to be 3 times per month.
• You will promote positive client relations in accordance with SWC policies and procedures.
• You will also serve as an advocate for clients concerning their mental health needs.

We've got great benefits:

• 200 hours of PTO per year
• Up to 13 paid holidays per year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance paid by Southwest Center
• YMCA Gym and Programs Discount
• Retirement savings

Who we're looking for:

• You have earned a Graduate degree in behavioral health (e.g., Counseling, Social Work, Substance Abuse, or Psychology) with 1 year of clinical experience.
• You maintain primary residency in the State of Arizona.
• You have guaranteed access to a private space to conduct remote therapy sessions that is free from distractions, background sound, and is confidential.
• You have 1 year+ experience employed as a fully remote therapist.
• You are actively licensed as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) or Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC) by the State of Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners or Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, respectively.
• You have extensive knowledge of mental health and community resources.
• You have full understanding of HIPAA and protecting client confidentiality.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) software applications and competent in using electronic medical records (EMRs) and information systems in providing effective documentation of client care.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication.
• You possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have access to transportation at all times for work related duties.
• You are professional, diplomatic, focused, and non-judgmental in difficult situations.
• You are a highly organized self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task effectively and perform in a high stress and fast paced environment.
• You are able to work in fast paced environment with changing deadlines and priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
• You have demonstrated cultural competency to professionally and respectfully serve the LGBTQIAS+ communities.
• All agency employees must be able to work effectively in a mission-driven agency whose clients and staff exhibit significant diversity with respect to race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, nationality, and religion.

We'd love to see you if you have these preferred qualifications too:

• You are actively and Independently Licensed by the AZ Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.
• You've personal or professional experience regarding members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, and Intersexed communities strongly preferred.
• You have personal or professional experience regarding people living with HIV/AIDS strongly preferred.
• You are bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Environmental Factors, Physical Requirements, & Compliance

• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• Office environment, exposure to computer screens for lengthy periods of time.
• The position requires extensive use of clinical documentation by typing notes using a standard computer keyboard. The electronic medical record may not support use of spell-check or transcription devices, which should not be expected for completion of documentation.
• This position may require evening and occasional weekend work.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, stand; use hands, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
• This position may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Currently have, or be able to obtain within 90 days of employment, a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Currently have, or are able to obtain within 7 days of employment, a clear TB test
• Currently have, or are able to obtain within 7 days of employment, a current flu vaccination
• Currently have, or are able to initiate within 7 days of employment, a Hepatitis-B primary vaccination series
• Currently have, or are able to obtain within 14 days of employment, a CPR certification

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Southwest Center is an equal opportunity employer and we value a healthy work environment free from harassment and discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

The Southwest Center provides an inclusive and respectful working environment that represents a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, identities, and experiences. We attract applicants who have the cultural awareness to navigate and celebrate these differences. Our employees are Individuals who have respect for the communities where they live and work and are committed to utilizing culturally and linguistically appropriate strategies and skills in a collaborative environment.

We welcome all applicants with personal, direct and/or indirect knowledge of the lives and experience with but not limited to: Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC); LGBTQIA2S+/Queer individuals; those affected by HIV, people living with disabilities; people with diverse religious beliefs, and other marginalized Individuals that are at the intersections of those identities/experiences. We also encourage those from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Reasonable Accommodations

Applicants requesting a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the interview process for this position should email .

Compensation details: 64000-70000 Yearly Salary

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