Clinical Therapist III - Recreational Therpay: Music, Art, and Dance Movement CMHHI Pueblo

State of Colorado; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking dedicated professionals to provide intensive psychiatric treatment to patients. This role involves developing and implementing therapy techniques tailored to individual needs, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team to enhance patients' cognitive, emotional, and social skills through innovative therapeutic practices. Join a supportive environment where your expertise can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges. If you are passionate about helping others and committed to professional growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Certifications such as CTRS from NCTRC are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans for patients.
• Implement therapy sessions and document patient progress.
• Participate in meetings and training to maintain professional standards.

Skills

Therapeutic Practices

Crisis Intervention

Patient Assessment

Documentation

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Certifications (CTRS, Board Certification)

6+ Years of Experience

Job description

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

About Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo:

Provide skilled intensive psychiatric treatment services to patients with mental illnesses with mixed diagnoses, who need crisis intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation. Develop and implement therapy techniques and practices utilizing known and established theoretical concepts for adolescent, geriatric, and adult psychiatric populations, tailored to the individual patient’s level of functioning. These therapeutic services aim to facilitate psychological, physical, social, cognitive, leisure, and daily living skills through a comprehensive rehabilitative, leisure education, and experiential recreation participation model, ensuring compliance with JCAHO, CMS, and CMHHIP policies.

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About the Position:

Provide skilled intensive psychiatric treatment services to patients with mental illnesses with mixed diagnosis, who are in need of crisis intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation. Develop and implement therapy techniques and practices utilizing known and established theoretical concepts for adolescent, geriatric, and adult psychiatric populations, appropriate to the individual patients' level of functioning. Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to design services that address the patients' Plan of Care, treatment program model, Recovery philosophy, and Trauma-Informed Care. Participate in developing and reviewing Treatment Plans, and design therapy services that include leisure education, physical, cognitive, social, psychological, and living skills to promote independence and leisure choices. Conduct therapy sessions, including groups and 1:1 counseling, evaluations, education, and recreational activities, possibly in a secure facility. Apply therapeutic practices to improve or maintain clients' cognition, emotional, educational, communication, socialization, and physical functioning. Document all activities in accordance with hospital policies, including patient-specific and programmatic documentation.

Stay updated on issues and trends relevant to psychiatric patient assessment and treatment, especially for those with dual diagnoses such as dementia, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders. Gather outcome data to evaluate treatment effectiveness and participate in departmental meetings, training, and certifications to maintain professional standards.

Duties include:

• Assessment and Plan of Care: Conduct assessments, gather information, interview patients, and develop treatment recommendations across various functional areas.
• Program Design: Create therapy plans that include leisure, physical, cognitive, social, psychological, and daily living skills to foster independence.
• Implementation of Services: Conduct therapy groups and individual sessions, modify services for different functional levels, ensure safety, and maintain equipment.
• Documentation and Evaluation: Keep accurate records, reflect patient progress, and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Meeting, Training, and Certification Management: Attend meetings, training, and workshops to stay current and maintain certifications.
• Safety, Security, and Risk Management: Monitor safety risks, utilize de-escalation techniques, and ensure a secure environment.
• Other Duties: Cover other units as needed.

Experience and Qualifications:

Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience equaling six years. Certifications such as CTRS from NCTRC or Board Certification in related areas are required. Preferred experience includes state service, hospital work, facilitating groups with unmotivated clients.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background check, valid driver’s license, and compliance with vaccination requirements.
• Shift work may include evenings and weekends.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with possible need for an 11 am to 8 pm shift.