Licensed Inpatient Group Therapist — Acute Care

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT seeks a Mental Health Clinician to provide direct clinical evaluation and individual and group psychotherapy for patients in an acute inpatient psychiatry unit.

The role involves DSM/ICD-10 based diagnoses, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and coordination of aftercare with community providers, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team. Timely documentation and strong case management are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Current Vermont State License (Psychologist, LCMHC, LICSW, or equivalent).
• Experience in inpatient psychiatry or acute mental health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct mental health evaluation and individual/group psychotherapy to inpatients.
• Formulate care plans and coordinate treatment with the multidisciplinary team.
• Document timely, accurate notes and discharge planning.
• Coordinate admission assessments and aftercare planning with community resources.
• Participate in committees to improve patient care.

Skills

Psychotherapy

Crisis Intervention

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in related field

State Licensure (VT)

Job description

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT seeks a Mental Health Clinician to provide direct clinical evaluation and individual and group psychotherapy for patients in an acute inpatient psychiatry unit.

The role involves DSM/ICD-10 based diagnoses, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and coordination of aftercare with community providers, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team. Timely documentation and strong case management are essential.