Mental Health Therapist

We are searching for a Therapist to work in our Jail Transition Program (JTP). The JTP provides aftercare planning and services for individuals after they are released from jail to help increase their chances of successful, independent living.

Wasatch Behavioral Health (WBH) provides quality, comprehensive Mental Health care with an array of programs and services for individuals within Utah and Wasatch counties. We are committed to growth and promote an inclusive and respectful workplace culture. Our employees possess unique strengths that contribute to impactful client experiences and outcomes.

Compensation:

$26.99 - $41.70 per hour / $56,000 - $86,000 annually (depending on experience)

Additional compensation available for Spanish speakers, after testing proficiency.

• Associate licensure base wage range: $26.99 - $27.93 per hour / $56,000 - $58,094 annually
• Full licensure base wage range: $32.92 - $41.70 per hour / $68,000 - $86,000 annually

Our Benefits Package Includes:

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension & 401K options)

Public Employee Health Plan Medical and Dental Insurance

Employer Provided Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions

12 Paid Annual Holidays

Generous leave time (PTO)

Company Paid Life, Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Vision Benefits Plan

Scheduled Annual Pay Increases

Schedule:

Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Essential Functions: (Performs all or some of the following)

Provides direct and indirect clinical services

Develops and supervises client treatment program

Performs individual, Family Therapy and group outpatient psychotherapy for a variety of Mental Health disorders

Provides training and consultation services to individuals, groups, families, and organizations

Attends and participates in family-team meetings

Assists in the development of permanency plans for client and family

Performs intake assessments

Develops support groups for assigned areas of specialization

Performs various administrative functions related to client and program records

Performs general case monitoring and management

Maintains awareness of patient behaviors and reaction to medications

Coordinates with supervisors regarding issues and problems

See included link for the full job description

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from a college or university with a Master's degree in social work, psychology or a related field and:

Fully Licensed Therapist recognition in the State of Utah as one of the following: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW),Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

For Underfill: Associate Licensed Therapist recognition in the state of Utah as one of the following: Certified Social Worker (CSW), Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor (ACMHC), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)

Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. You will additionally be required to pass the Utah County Jail's criminal background check. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.