Therapist

About the Role

The Therapist within the Psychiatric Practices is responsible for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of therapeutic services. They deliver a full range of outpatient services and may also provide inpatient services as requested. The Therapist works with individuals and groups impacted by behavioral health issues (addiction/substance use and mental health), recognizing the role of trauma in development and adjustment. They demonstrate a warm, empathic, and hopeful attitude, conveying a philosophy of dual recovery, and are trained in trauma-informed care to ensure a sensitive and responsive environment.

The Therapist reports to the Assistant Director of Adult Psychiatric Practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, marital, and family counseling in alignment with contractual agreements.
• Complete diagnostic intake assessments to ensure medical necessity and provide appropriate referrals based on client needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans within expected time frames, consistent with evidence-based practices.
• Provide crisis services for patients during regular daytime operations.
• Adhere to system quality and documentation standards as identified by accrediting agencies, Center and program policies, and local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Assist with the needs of other programs or services as required.
• Display professionalism with clients, colleagues, and administrative staff.
• Regularly collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of providers within Psychiatric Practices and other program components of the Center.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field (required).
• Experience in an inpatient/outpatient behavioral health setting (preferred).
• Experience providing individual and group therapy (preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Work in a normal office environment with prolonged sitting, frequent standing, bending, stooping, and occasional lifting.
• Normal range of hearing and manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment (keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator, etc.).
• Ability to remain calm during stressful events, occasionally work irregular hours, and interact with exasperated individuals.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• TB test required upon hire.