Outpatient Therapist III

Acadia Healthcare; Moosic (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a therapist in Moosic, PA. The position involves applying psychotherapeutic techniques, conducting individual and group therapy, and developing treatment plans for patients with emotional and mental disorders. Candidates must have a Master's degree and experience in therapy, specifically with the facility's patient population.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as a therapist with 2+ years with specific population.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy sessions for individuals and families.
• Develop treatment plans and maintain documentation.
• Participate in treatment team meetings.

Skills

Therapeutic techniques

Psychosocial assessment

Case management

Education

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

Job description

Moosic PA 0188
60 Glenmaura National Blvd
Moosic, PA 18507, USA

Moosic PA 0188
60 Glenmaura National Blvd
Moosic, PA 18507, USA

• 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.

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.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

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