PHP THERAPIST (Partial Hospitalization Program)

ignoredontpost; Westwood (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading behavioral healthcare center in Augusta, Georgia, is seeking a Partial Hospitalization Program Therapist. The role involves comprehensive assessments, discharge planning, and working within a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in a related field and relevant clinical experience, contributing to a supportive environment for clients.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Career development opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

401(K) with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in psychology, social work, human services, or counseling required.
• Current state licensed professional preferred (LPC, LMSW, etc.).
• Minimum of two years supervised clinical behavioral health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents with mental health issues.
• Assist with admission processes and coordinate discharge planning.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer knowledge

Knowledge of psychosocial disorders

Ability to observe client needs

Productivity and effectiveness

Education

Masters Degree in behavioral science

Job description

Responsibilities

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta (LCCA)is a multi-discipline behavioral healthcare center that offers mental health services to the communities of surrounding Augusta, Georgia. The Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is an acute and residential treatment facility providing balanced, top-notch clinical care to children, adolescents and young adults. We provide a carefully-structured and supportive environment, and our education program is accredited through the Georgia Accrediting Commission.

Much more available online at:https://lighthousecarecenters.com/

LCCA currently has exciting opportunities forPartial Hospitalization Program (PHP)Therapist. ThePHPTherapistis responsible for all aspects of resident care and therapy.Key Responsibilities include:

• Comprehensive assessment of persons whose lives are disrupted or complicated by mental illness, behavioral disturbance, substance issues or inability to function or maintain in the community.
• Assists law enforcement, family members and others with the admission process, both voluntary and involuntary.
• Makes referrals to community resources as appropriate.
• Coordinates discharge planning through the medical staff.
• Function as a member of the multidisciplinary team and participate in the community relations program of the organization.
• Participates in continuous performance improvement activities.
• Communicates with outpatient referral sources, families/guardians, and outpatient aftercare providers.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

Regulatory Requirements

• Masters Degree in a behavioral science related field (psychology, social work, human services, or counseling)
• Current state licensed professional preferred (LPC, LMSW, etc).
• A minimum of two (2) years experience in a supervised clinical behavioral health care experience preferred.

Language Skills:

• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Must have sufficient language skills and ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to accurately and professionally implement and document the services provided to clients.
• Additional languages preferred.

Skills:

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of a wide range of psychosocial, cognitive and /or developmental disorders.
• Ability to visually observe client needs.
• Possess the ability to work productively and effectively