Job Summary
Location: Methodist Fremont Health
Address: 450 E 23rd St. - Fremont, NE
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with rotating holidays.
Responsible for providing therapy services to individuals and their families independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Completes psychosocial assessments, facilitates family, group, and individual therapy as indicated, and develops, implements, and reviews treatment plans. Provides therapy services and care coordination for a spectrum of mental health conditions, with all activities in accordance with state and federal standards and Medical Staff Bylaws. Maintains a Scope of Practice/Collaborative Practice Agreement with a qualified physician onactive medical staff at Methodist Fremont Health.
Incentives
- Sign‑on bonus
- Tuition reimbursement
- Shift differentials & other financial incentives
- Tuition assistance
- Academic sponsorship with Methodist College
- Free parking
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
- Discuss patients’ responses to events and interactions between individual appointments and groups.
- Complete psychosocial assessments.
- Participate in treatment planning and work cooperatively with the multidisciplinary team.
- Diagnose and develop independent treatment plans in coordination with the team.
- Implement and review treatment plans with patients.
- Provide treatment coordination for assigned patients.
- Offer individual, group, and family therapy as indicated.
Documentation
- Document patient participation in group, individual, and family therapy on the day of occurrence.
- Complete billing paperwork for reimbursement of services.
- Maintain confidentiality of records containing protected health information.
Community & Development
- Develop lectures and focus topics for program enhancement as requested.
- Participate in in‑service training and team meetings.
- Assist other departments with behavioral health program development.
- Build and maintain relationships with other hospital departments and outside community agencies.
- Orient new staff members to the therapist role within Behavioral Health.
- Keep the Director of Behavioral Health informed of patient needs and community issues.
- Pursue continuing age‑related competency per patient population.
- Apply knowledge of age‑appropriate developmental needs in assessment, treatment, and education.
- Represent the Behavioral Health Service Line positively in the clinic and community.
- Participate in marketing efforts for Behavioral Health through internal and external activities.
- Attend and participate in required continuing education and staff development activities.
- Maintain an accurate record of in‑service/staff development attendance.
Performance Improvement
- Dedicate work performance to meeting and exceeding departmental performance improvement standards.
- Participate in departmental performance improvement programs and projects.
Business Acumen
- Respond promptly to day‑to‑day business fluctuations and re‑prioritized assignments.
- Perform routine assignments independently.
- Seek direction for unusual or non‑routine duties.
- Advise appropriate personnel of situations requiring additional expertise and follow‑up.
- Manage time effectively; complete assignments within allotted time and prioritize tasks effectively.
Safety Initiative
- Perform duties in accordance with organization and departmental safety policies, including OSHA, JCAHO, and CLIA.
- Complete annual safety competencies and departmental in‑services.
Job Requirements
Education
- Master’s degree with mental health therapy focus from a regionally accredited program, including graduate coursework in required areas.
- Master’s degree (MSW) in Social Work preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of 2‑5 years’ experience in a clinical therapeutic environment or other relevant experience.
License/Certifications
- LIMHP (Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner) required.
- CSW and/or PLADC/LADC preferred.
- MSW license preferred.
Skills
- Plan and implement therapeutic interventions in multidisciplinary settings with appropriate supervision.
- Skillful use of personal computer and standard software (Microsoft Office).
- Knowledge of mental health needs across pediatric, adult, geriatric, and drug/alcohol treatment populations.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with coworkers, physicians, patients, and community resources.
Physical Requirements
Physical
- Continuously stand, walk, or lift, handle, and carry moderate‑weight material or equipment (up to 50 pounds).
Environmental
- Indoor work area with exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise.
Hazards
- OSHA Category 1 tasks involving exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.
- Potential for patients acting out or exposure to communicable diseases.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.