Licensed Therapist

West Pines Behavioral Hospital; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pines Behavioral Health in Westminster, CO is seeking a Licensed Therapist to provide evidence-based therapy to individuals in a clinical setting. Be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping patients build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field and at least four years of experience, with licensure required. The position involves 4 - 10 hour shifts and a salary range of $58,240 to $81,723.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or other therapeutic field required.
• Four or more years' experience as a therapist, with two+ years in the facility's population.
• State or national licensure for professional therapy providers required.

Responsibilities

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques to individuals and families to treat emotional/mental disorders.
• Conduct individual, group or family therapy as part of the treatment plan.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and develop initial discharge plans.
• Provide initial treatment planning and coordinate additional services as needed.
• Maintain therapy documentation and caseload according to standards.
• Collaborate with treatment team and other staff to facilitate patient care.
• May provide services in inpatient or outpatient settings and assist in staff training.

Skills

Therapy skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

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

Job description

Overview

Licensed Therapist - West Pines Behavioral Health

Shift: 4 - 10 hour shifts

Join West Pines Behavioral Health as a Licensed Therapist and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals in a clinical setting. Be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping patients build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Salary Range: $58,240 - $81,723

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and mental disorders.
• Conduct individual, group or family therapy as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.
• Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.
• Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed and revise as necessary.
• Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards, revising as necessary.
• 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.
• Provide case management, discharge planning or after-care planning according to treatment plan.
• May assist in educating and training staff on behavior management or therapeutic crisis intervention.
• May coordinate various clinical, psychosocial or educational activities with patient and their families.
• Evaluate patient's need and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns.
• 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.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or other therapeutic field is required.
• Four or more years' experience as a therapist with two or more years' experience with the specific population of the facility is required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• State or national licensure for professional therapy providers required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

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