Allied Clinical Therapist Inpatient - Per Diem

Penn Medicine; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Per Diem Allied Clinical Therapist to join their innovative team. This role involves providing high-quality Allied Clinical Therapy, including group counseling and creative arts therapy, to individuals facing mental health challenges. Collaborating with a dedicated treatment team, you will assess patient needs and develop tailored treatment plans, ensuring a supportive therapeutic environment. With a commitment to employee well-being, this organization offers a comprehensive benefits program, fostering a culture of growth and excellence in patient care. Join a mission-driven team where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Comprehensive Compensation

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Health Programs

Qualifications

• Masters degree required in relevant field with clinical internship experience preferred.
• C-ATR, C-CBMT, C-CTRS, or C-DMT required for certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide Allied Clinical Therapy based on physician’s referral and patient assessments.
• Develop and present treatment plans at patient care meetings.

Skills

Allied Clinical Therapy

Group Counseling

Creative Arts Therapy

Psycho-educational Activities

Patient Assessment

Individualized Treatment Plans

Education

Master's degree in Music Therapy

Master's degree in Recreation Therapy

Master's degree in Art Therapy

Master's degree in Drama Therapy

Master's degree in Social Work

Tools

Therapeutic Activities

Hospital Records Management

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Princeton House Behavioral Health is hiring for a Per Diem Allied Clinical Therapist to join our team.

Ideal candidate must have a Masters degree in Music Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, or Social Work. Princeton House Behavioral Health offers a full range of inpatient treatment services for adults struggling with mental health issues, substance abuse problems, or both.

Summary:

• The Allied Clinical Therapist will originate, plan, and administer high-quality Allied Clinical Therapy to individuals and groups. This includes group counseling, creative arts therapy, psycho-educational, and therapeutic activities.
• The therapist will assess patient functioning levels and needs and participate as a member of the treatment team to create and maintain a therapeutic milieu.

Responsibilities:

• Provides Allied Clinical Therapy based on physician’s referral, interpreting recommendations, interviewing, observing patients, assessing their functioning and treatment needs, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing them.
• Documents patient assessments, participation, and progress in the hospital records.
• Develops and presents treatment plans at patient care meetings.
• Provides scheduled weekend and evening programs.
• Maintains departmental records and supplies.
• Performs professional functions under supervision.
• Facilitates psychoeducational groups and develops new techniques and programs.
• Collaborates with clinicians to meet patient goals.
• Requisitions supplies, maintains equipment and area.
• Participates in compliance, committees, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Supports department goals and collaborates to enhance patient care and service.

Credentials:

• C-ATR, C-CBMT, C-CTRS, or C-DMT required.
• Additional certifications depending on therapy specialization, e.g., MT-BC, CTRS, ATR-Provisional, R-DMT, RDT, licensure, or registration as specified.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Master of Arts or Science degree required in relevant field.
• Relevant clinical internship experience preferred.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program, including a top-tier tuition assistance program. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together, we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship, military status, or any other protected status by law.