Primary Therapist Behavioral Health Inpatient II

About the role

The Behavioral Health Inpatient at Main Campus Dearth Tower offers individualized behavioral therapy and education/support services to patients and families on the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized behavioral therapy for patients on the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
• Support families in understanding, accepting, and adhering to the recommendations of the behavioral health care team
• Implement the treatment plan and assist in creating a therapeutic environment on the unit
• Work alongside psychiatrists, therapists, and nurse practitioners to provide comprehensive care for children aged 4 to 18
• Teach new emotional and behavioral skills to children in a fun and interactive manner
• Ensure patients feel supported and cared for, helping them stay safe and emotionally stable

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work required
• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related social sciences field required
• A minimum of two years of experience in child and adolescent mental health field required
• Knowledge of counseling techniques, family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapy required
• Knowledge and experience with trauma-informed care is preferred

Qualifications

• Professional license in area of specialty (e.g., Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) required
• License in the state of Alabama required if not already obtained
• If licensed in another state, must be in the process of obtaining Alabama licensure

Skills

• Counseling techniques
• Family systems
• Cognitive behavioral therapy
• Trauma-informed care

Benefits

The Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit offers a supportive and engaging environment for children and families, providing comprehensive care and fostering positive outcomes.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

The schedule is 8a-430p, Day Shift, with an On-Call or Flexi option.