Therapist - Behavioral Health - PT

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave.

Tuition reimbursement.

Paid time off.

Holiday premium pay.

Shift and weekend differential pay.

401k with 6% employer match.

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.

Employee assistance program.

Job summary

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center in Hutchinson, KS is seeking a Part-Time to Full-Time Social Worker to join the discharge planning team. The role focuses on creating safe, patient-centered discharge plans and coordinating psychosocial care with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires an MSW (or equivalent), licensure readiness, and experience in hospital settings. Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, individual/family therapy, group activities, and ensuring PHI privacy

Qualifications

• Assessment and counseling skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Upon admission of each assigned patient, complete the bio‑psychosocial assessment.
• Identify the need and facilitate individual and/or family therapy with assigned inpatients and their family or involved persons.
• For patients at high risk for suicide, conduct at least one individual therapy session per day.
• In collaboration with other members of the therapy staff, conduct group therapy, recreational and creative arts groups.
• Provide direction including curriculum materials to nursing staff for facilitation of psychoeducational groups.
• Twice weekly and upon discharge, complete the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Risk Assessment.
• Collaborate with the patient to pursue collaborative information that will aid in the formulation of treatment and discharge plans.
• Participate in the treatment team process both in person and by contributing to elements of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan, including identification of patient strength, opportunities, resources, and challenges.
• In collaboration with the medical staff, assign diagnoses to each assigned patient and update the treatment plan accordingly.
• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Develop a rudimentary knowledge of utilization review to serve as backup in the LBSW’s absence.
• Participate in clinical supervision as provided by an approved LSCSW.

Skills

Assessment and counseling skills

Basic computer skills

Communication effectively

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Master’s Degree in Psychology

Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy

Job description

Job Overview

Location: Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.5.

Job Position Summary: Works with a multidisciplinary team to create safe and appropriate discharge plans specific to a patient’s needs. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and maintains respectful relationships with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Upon admission of each assigned patient, complete the bio‑psychosocial assessment.
• Identify the need and facilitate individual and/or family therapy with assigned inpatients and their family or involved persons.
• For patients at high risk for suicide, conduct at least one individual therapy session per day.
• In collaboration with other members of the therapy staff, conduct group therapy, recreational and creative arts groups.
• Provide direction including curriculum materials to nursing staff for facilitation of psychoeducational groups.
• Twice weekly and upon discharge, complete the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Risk Assessment.
• Collaborate with the patient to pursue collaborative information that will aid in the formulation of treatment and discharge plans.
• Participate in the treatment team process both in person and by contributing to elements of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan, including identification of patient strength, opportunities, resources, and challenges.
• In collaboration with the medical staff, assign diagnoses to each assigned patient and update the treatment plan accordingly.
• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Develop a rudimentary knowledge of utilization review to serve as backup in the LBSW’s absence.
• Participate in clinical supervision as provided by an approved LSCSW.

Minimum Knowledge and Skills

• Assessment and counseling skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

Required Behavioral Skills

• Integrity: honesty and willingness to do the right thing.
• Compassion: high level of empathy and customer service.
• Accountability: ownership of situations, projects and issues; ability to work autonomously; flexibility to adapt.
• Respect: ability to collaborate with a diverse population; treat all customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.
• Excellence: strong communication and presentation skills; ability to influence and lead teams; strategic thinking while leading day‑to‑day tactical processes.
• Leadership: manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects; lead or facilitate process improvement.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Marriage and Family Therapy.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous hospital experience.

Licensure or Registration Required

• BSRB Licensed at Masters Level Clinician.
• American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday premium pay.
• Shift and weekend differential pay.
• 401k with 6% employer match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Employee assistance program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

Employment Eligibility Verification

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the required Form I‑9 information to confirm authorization to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm authorization, we are obligated to give written instructions and an opportunity to resolve the issue before we can take any action, including termination. E-Verify is used only after a job offer is accepted and Form I‑9 completed.