Clinical Behavioral Health Therapist - In/Outpatient

Tower Behavioral Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a clinical therapist to assess, diagnose and provide services for individuals with behavioral health disorders. The role involves applying psychotherapeutic techniques, conducting psychosocial assessments and developing discharge plans, and maintaining thorough documentation.

The position may operate in inpatient or outpatient settings, with potential for case management and collaboration with the treatment team to ensure patient safety and effective care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services field required.

Responsibilities

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.
• Conduct individual, group or family sessions as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.
• Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed, revising as necessary.
• Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards and revising as indicated by facility or professional standard.
• Maintain a caseload as assigned.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient, as appropriate to their treatment plan.
• May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
• May perform case management, discharge or after care planning as needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a clinical therapist to assess, diagnose and provide services for individuals with behavioral health disorders. The role involves applying psychotherapeutic techniques, conducting psychosocial assessments and developing discharge plans, and maintaining thorough documentation.

The position may operate in inpatient or outpatient settings, with potential for case management and collaboration with the treatment team to ensure patient safety and effective care.