Behavioral Health Therapist

Nemours in; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking a passionate Behavioral Health Therapist to join their Youth Mood and Anxiety Program. This role focuses on providing evidence-based therapy to children and adolescents dealing with anxiety and mood disorders. Candidates will engage in individual and group therapy, psychological evaluations, and community outreach, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth through teaching and mentoring, as well as involvement in quality improvement and research initiatives. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing the well-being of youth in a collaborative and culturally responsive manner.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited program required.
• 3-5 years of experience working with children and adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation, individual and group therapy for youth.
• Conduct psychological evaluations for families in Delaware.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Behavioral Interventions

Experience with youth mood disorders

Experience with anxiety disorders

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Delaware Independent licensure (LCSW, LPCMH, LMFT)

Job description

Behavioral Health Therapist (Finance)

Nemours Children's Hospital- Delaware (previously Nemours/A. I. duPont Hospital for Children) is seeking a full-time experienced evidence-based therapist to join our growing Youth Mood and Anxiety Program at our Nemours Children's Health Milford location.

We are seeking candidates with demonstrable training and experience working with the spectrum of anxiety, mood, and related conditions in children and adolescents, with a specific interest in moderate to severe presentations. Our ideal candidates would have a strong diversity lens that drives their passion in working with youth with risk concerns. Experience and training with CBT, exposure-based and behavioral interventions, as well as DBT training, are preferred. These positions will focus on providing consultation, individual and group therapy, and psychological evaluation services for families in the larger Delaware community.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reduce health disparities, and help build a diverse and inclusive team environment.

Additionally, these positions may have opportunities to serve as preceptors for trainees rotating through this service. Teaching, training, and mentoring are core values in our division and are supported and encouraged. We are committed to expanding the pipeline of a diverse workforce and are intentional in our hiring and retention practices. We practice continuous learning through awareness-enhancing and bias reduction educational opportunities that promote health equity.

There will also be opportunities for quality improvement and research initiatives. Our division collaborates with research colleagues in the Nemours Center for Healthcare Delivery Science (https://www.nemours.org/pediatric-research/area/health-care-delivery-science.html). We also offer numerous opportunities to participate in program development, leadership, advocacy, and community outreach. Experience working with Spanish-speaking families is desired.

Qualifications

1. Master's degree from an accredited social work, counseling, or marriage and family program
2. Delaware Independent licensure (LCSW, LPCMH, LMFT) prior to starting in the role is required (i.e., can have license in another state but must obtain DE license before starting).
3. 3-5 years experience working with children and/or adolescents.

Send letter of interest and CV to [e-mail] and state "Child Psychology Position-Milford" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

About Nemours

The mission of our Psychology division is to improve well-being through quality behavioral health care, education, training, and research in a collaborative, inclusive, and culturally responsive manner. Nemours (Nemours.org) is an open and welcoming place to work and values diversity in all its forms. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, Spanish-speaking applicants, and those committed to working with diverse populations and multicultural issues are strongly encouraged to apply.

As one of the nation's leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to over 300,000 children annually across our hospitals, clinics, and primary care practices in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children through research, education, and advocacy. Our associates help us fulfill our promise to every family we serve: to treat their child as if they were our own.

Nemours Children's Health-Milford is a state-of-the-art facility located in a suburban setting just minutes from the beach, with easy access via Highway One.