Behavioral Health Therapist - Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit

About the role

Location: Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, Palmer, AK. The Behavioral Health Therapist collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team to support the psychosocial and emotional needs of patients. This role is responsible for conducting functional assessments, developing treatment plans, leading therapeutic interventions, and facilitating discharge planning to ensure continuity of care. The Behavioral Health Therapist plays a key role in patient and family engagement, crisis intervention, and care coordination across the continuum.

Responsibilities

• Completes timely and accurate psychosocial assessments and functional evaluations for assigned patients.
• Develops individualized plans of care based on patient needs, and actively participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, medical providers, referral sources, and community partners to support coordination and continuity of care.
• Facilitates therapeutic interventions including individual, group, and/or family therapy, based on scope of practice and patient needs.
• Supports discharge planning and resource navigation for post-hospital care.
• Documents all clinical interventions and communications in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in staff development, orientation, and education of assigned personnel or students.
• Responds appropriately to crisis situations, including implementation of de-escalation strategies and emergency response protocols.
• Reports and documents unexpected incidents or adverse events, supporting investigations and corrective actions when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field required.
• 1-3 years prior behavioral health experience preferred.
• LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure preferred or LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor preferred.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.
• De-escalation training certification within 30 days of hire required.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of human behavior, symptoms of mental illness, and therapeutic interventions.
• Proficient in de-escalation, crisis management, and stress reduction techniques.
• Strong understanding of managed care and community resource coordination.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Skilled in documentation, communication, and patient education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, & vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Life Insurance is also available.
• Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement – because we invest in your future.
• Paid Time Off – Generous paid time off – giving you a good work/life balance and time to recharge.

Pay

Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.

Schedule

Full Time – Days