PRN THERAPIST (MA/MSW)

Columbusbehavioral; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A behavioral health organization in Columbus, Indiana is looking for a Program Therapist to assist residents with psychosocial needs through various treatment methods, including group and family therapy. Applicants should have a Master's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology, along with two years of experience in a psychiatric health care facility. The role involves coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to manage treatment goals and to ensure effective aftercare placement. CPR certification and HWC training are also required.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience in a psychiatric health care facility preferred.
• Direct experience in family and group therapies is a plus.
• CPR certification and HWC training required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in meeting psychosocial needs through treatment modalities.
• Coordinate treatment services with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Facilitate after care placement and treatment services.

Skills

Strong clinical assessment skills

Family therapy skills

Group therapy skills

Education

Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, or psychology

Job description

Responsibilities

The Program Therapist assists residents in meeting their psychosocial needs through various treatment modalities such as group therapy, family therapy, individual therapy, case management, education, etc. The program therapist coordinates treatment services and works with the multidisciplinary treatment team to drive the direction of the individual resident’s treatment goals and interventions. The program therapist is the liaison between outside referral sources/guardians and facilitates after care placement and treatment services.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, or psychology required.

Experience: Two (2) years experience in a psychiatric health care facility, preferred, with direct experience in family and group therapies and treatment skills; must have strong clinical assessment skills.

Additional Requirements: CPR certification and HWC training within 90 days of employment and prior to assisting in a seclusion/restraint procedure.