Behavioral Health Therapist - Day Treatment

About the role

The Behavioral Health Therapist provides intensive behavioral health services including diagnostic assessments, individual, group and family-based psychotherapy, and crisis intervention as needed. Responsible for collaborating with patients and families in developing an individualized treatment plan that will specifically address identified areas of concern. Responsible for assisting patients and their families in understanding ways to effectively manage symptoms and behaviors attributed to the identified behavioral health diagnosis (es). Assists families in effectively addressing complex personal and environmental difficulties which interfere with effective social functioning. Responsible for the delivery of clinical services which are available to the patient, the patient’s family, and other persons significant to the patient. Is able to work independently, is well organized and identifies opportunities to work collaboratively with other units/departments within the hospital. Participates as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary team and community agencies. The BHT demonstrates and models Dayton Children’s values through effective interaction with patients, families, and treatment team members while providing excellent care.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive behavioral health services: diagnostic assessments, individual, group and family-based psychotherapy, crisis intervention as needed.
• Collaborate with patients and families to develop individualized treatment plans addressing identified concerns.
• Assist patients and families in understanding ways to manage symptoms and behaviors related to behavioral health diagnoses.
• Help families address complex personal and environmental difficulties that impede social functioning.
• Deliver clinical services to patients, families, and significant others.
• Work independently, stay organized, and identify collaborative opportunities with other hospital units/departments.
• Participate as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary team and community agencies.
• Model Dayton Children’s values in interactions with patients, families, and treatment team while delivering excellent care.

Requirements

Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling required.

Certifications: One of the following is required:

• LSW Ohio – Ohio Licensed Social Worker (Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) – Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) – Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board

Schedule

Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, day shift, salaried position serving the Day Treatment Program at the Mathile Center.