Therapist I - Inpatient

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and behavioral disorders.

* Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.

* Conduct individual, group or family sessions as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.

* Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed, revising as necessary.

* Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards and revising as indicated by facility or professional standard.

* Maintain a caseload as assigned.

* Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient, as appropriate to their treatment plan.

* May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

* May perform case management, discharge or after care planning as needed.

* Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

* Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services field required.

* One or more years' experience working with comparable patient population required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

* Requisite state or national licensure for professional therapy providers or eligible for state licensure as a professional therapy provider.

* CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

* First aid may be required based on state or facility.