Therapist- IOP/PHP

The therapist leads the collaboration among an interdisciplinary team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate all direct social services interventions to patients assigned to their caseload and their support systems. The therapist utilizes empirically supported therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), or family therapy, to aid in the stabilization and recovery of individuals with mental and behavioral health concerns. The therapist creates a safe and supportive environment where patients gain insight into the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and work towards achieving their goals. The therapist 2 provides training, supervision, guidance, and support to less experienced therapists and student interns, helping them develop their clinical skills and knowledge. Therapist may be responsible for other duties as directed by their manager/clinical operations supervisor to support direct patient care as well as system initiatives. The Therapist will work in an acute care setting that includes inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization and/or intensive outpatient services.

Responsibilities

Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions; Assessing patients' needs; Developing treatment plans; Providing counseling and support; Educating patients; Documenting patient progress; Collaborating with other professionals; Adhering to ethical guidelines; Continuing education; Report and document suspected cases of physical, sexual abuse and/or neglect; Conduct self in a professional manner; Demonstrate strong interdisciplinary approach and collaboration among departments; Facilitate and support interdisciplinary and team communication; Engage in supervisory duties, as applicable; Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Cross-train in minimum two (2) other programs and/or levels of care; Full, independent licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent in state practicing, i.e. LPCC, LMHC; If working in a program requiring substance use credentialing, a SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC is required in Wisconsin. A substance use specialty authorization applicable to the state hired in is required; Working knowledge of therapeutic intervention and techniques for all age groups, as well as the dynamics of human growth and behavior; American Heart Association CPR certification within thirty (30) days of hire. Bi-annual re-certification is required; Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) within sixty (60) days of hire/transfer. Annual re-certification is required; Attend all mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position; Be responsible for all educational requirements and related obligations pertaining to the license of the program/unit license regulatory requirements governing the program(s)

Nice to have

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field, from an accredited school of Social Work, Professional Counseling, or Family Therapy with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in health care and at least two (2) years in a psychiatric setting (preferred); Compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) (preferred for all levels of care); For Residential programs – current and active driver's license and be in good standing (preferred for all levels of care)

Benefits

New Employee Retention Bonus: $2,000.00 (in-training licensure) or $4,000.00 (fully licensed); Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family; 401(k) retirement plan; Employee share program; Life/disability insurance; Flex spending accounts; Tuition reimbursement; Health and wellness program; Employee assistance program (EAP)