Clinical Therapist, Behavioral Health Clinic

Davita Inc.; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Crystal Lake is seeking a Clinical Therapist to deliver direct services to patients in a Behavioral Health Program. The role includes investigating case situations, supporting patients in treatment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. A Master's degree in Behavioral Health and relevant certifications are required.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement

Employee Wellbeing

Access to Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Behavioral Health field and appropriate level of field experience.
• Certifications: APSW, LPC-IT, or LMFT-IT.
• TACT Level 2 and CPR/BLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigates case situations and presents information to Psychiatrist.
• Helps patients respond constructively to treatment.
• Works in treatment relationship with patients, individually or in groups.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Counseling

Problem Solving

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral Health

Job description

Overview

• Crystal Lake, Illinois
• Full-time, Schedule is flexible Monday-Friday based on clinic needs

The Clinical Therapist position provides direct service to patients in a Behavioral Health Program area.

Responsibilities

• Investigates case situations and presents information to Psychiatrist and other members of health team, on patient's family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment.
• Helps patients to respond constructively to treatment and assist in adjusting leading to and following discharge. Interprets psychiatric treatment to patient's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment.
• Serves as link between patient, psychiatric agency, and community.
• Works directly in treatment relationship with patients, individually or in groups, in consultation with Psychiatrist and program coordinator. Refers patient or patient's family to other community resources

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Master's degree in Behavioral Health field and appropriate level of field experience and coursework.

Certification/Licensure

APSW, LPC-IT, or LMFT-IT

TACT Level 2

CPR/BLS preferred

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:

* Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.

* Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.

* Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.

* Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.

* Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.

* Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.