NI-Therapist, Behavioral (Inpatient)

UW Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a NI-Therapist specializing in behavioral health. The role involves delivering therapy, developing treatment plans, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, alongside fostering diversity and inclusivity in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement for career advancement

On-site daycare opportunities

PTO, medical, and retirement benefits

Qualifications

• At least three years of clinical experience in psychiatric settings.
• Current licensure in Illinois or active pursuit.
• Maintains crisis intervention certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individual and group therapy plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Market programs and participate in community activities.

Skills

Therapeutic techniques

Clinical assessment

Patient documentation

Education

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

Job description

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Job Description

Pay Range: $56,500.00 - $82,000.00 / year

Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening & night shift differential
• Overtime
• On-call pay

Benefits information: https://careers.uwhealth.org/benefits/

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
• Strong shared governance structure
• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY: Provides individual and group therapy throughout the continuum of psychiatric services. Develops, implements and documents the treatment planning process and contributes to a smooth transition through the continuum of care.

EDUCATION/TRAINING: Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing or related Mental Health field required. At least three years of clinical experience in an established psychiatric setting. Experience working in a managed care environment.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Current valid licensure from the State of Illinois or active pursuit with licensure obtained within two years of being in the position. Licensure must be a LCPC, LPC, LSW, AMFT or LMFT. Maintains current nonviolent crisis intervention Certification. (annual) - Exception not required for BHR therapists.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, develops, implements and evaluates patient’s treatment plan and progress. Revises plan as needed involving patients, families, significant others and other service providers.
• Completes initial case opening and contacts family as appropriate.
• Facilitates and provides psychotherapy, psycho-educational and/or goals groups on a routine basis.
• Accurately documents appropriate patient information and communicates ongoing information with interdisciplinary team and referral sources.
• Markets program and service to the community and participates in community activities.
• Develops specific discharge plans and interventions based on assessment of patient needs. Provides appropriate referrals to aftercare providers, providing the patient with all necessary information to complete the referral.
• Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.