Substance Use Therapist, Program Coordinator

Position Overview

The SUD Program Coordinator/Therapist is a bilingual, licensed or license-eligible clinician who provides direct clinical services while also leading the development and coordination of culturally responsive substance use disorder programming across LBHS.

This role serves predominantly Spanish-speaking adults and bilingual youth (ages 12–18) and their families, with a strong emphasis on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. The position also supports community education, outreach, and collaboration with Utah-based systems including courts, recovery partners, and community organizations.

Services are delivered through a combination of in-person and telehealth modalities, with limited travel to partner sites across the Wasatch Front to support equitable access to care.

Core Responsibilities

Clinical Service Delivery

• Provide a minimum of 15 clinical hours per week of individual and/or family therapy to adults, adolescents, and families, primarily serving Spanish-speaking clients.
• Deliver evidence-informed, trauma-responsive treatment for individuals with mental health, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions.
• Complete all required clinical documentation in compliance with Utah licensing standards, Medicaid requirements, and organizational policies, including:
  • Biopsychosocial assessments
  • Treatment plans
  • Progress notes
  • Clinical evaluations

Program Coordination & Development

• Lead the development, implementation, and coordination of LBHS substance use disorder programming, ensuring cultural, linguistic, and trauma-informed responsiveness.
• Develop and implement a culturally adapted outpatient SUD treatment model appropriate for Latinx communities in Utah.
• Expand and strengthen LBHS’s use of CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training), including:
  • Cultural adaptation
  • Staff and volunteer training
  • Community implementation

Community Outreach & Systems Collaboration

• Conduct outreach and engagement with clients involved in Utah court systems, diversion programs, and recovery pathways.
• Provide Naloxone education and training to LBHS staff, partner organizations, and community members in accordance with Utah public health priorities.
• Facilitate community-based support groups, classes, and activities, including but not limited to:
  • FUERZA – a youth leadership, advocacy, and mental health group
  • SMART Recovery – a skills-based recovery support group

Team Collaboration & Organizational Support

• Work collaboratively with LBHS peer mentors, case managers, and administrative staff to provide integrated, whole-person care.
• Participate in:
  • Weekly clinical supervision
  • Bi-weekly staff and clinical meetings
• Support occasional evening or weekend outreach and community events as needed.

Education, Skills & Certification Requirements

• Fluent in Spanish and English (required)
• Licensed or license-eligible in Utah as one of the following:
  • SUDC / CSW / LCSW
  • CMHC / LCMHC
  • MFT / LMFT
  • Or equivalent Utah-recognized credential
• Ability to pass a background check
• Knowledge of and compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality standards
• Demonstrated ability to support individuals experiencing acute emotional distress and complex trauma
• Commitment to culturally responsive, recovery-oriented, and community-based care