Inpatient Therapist (Masters Level)

Acadia Healthcare; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA & FSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) with match

EAP & Discounts

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Masters level Inpatient Therapist to assess, diagnose and provide clinical services for behavioral health disorders. The role includes delivering psychotherapy, coordinating care and supporting discharge planning in a dynamic team environment.

The position requires a Master's degree, licensure eligibility and CPR/de-escalation certification, with opportunities to work in inpatient or outpatient settings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services field.
• One or more years’ experience working with comparable patient population.
• Requisite state or national licensure for professional therapy providers or eligible for state licensure as a professional therapy provider.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

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.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education

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

Job description

Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Masters level Inpatient Therapist to assess, diagnose and provide clinical services for behavioral health disorders. The role includes delivering psychotherapy, coordinating care and supporting discharge planning in a dynamic team environment.

The position requires a Master's degree, licensure eligibility and CPR/de-escalation certification, with opportunities to work in inpatient or outpatient settings.