Therapist - Inpatient

Rogers Behavioral Health; Town of Oconomowoc (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Rogers Behavioral Health in Wisconsin seeks a licensed therapist to lead therapy with individuals, families, and groups. You will develop treatment plans, coordinate with an interdisciplinary team, and apply evidence-based techniques to support stabilization and recovery.

This role requires strong assessment skills and a commitment to patient safety and confidentiality. The successful candidate will engage in continuous professional development, adhere to regulatory standards, and participate in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or related field from an accredited program.
• Eligible for LPC-IT, MFT-TL, APSW, or equivalent licensure in Wisconsin.
• CSAC/SAC credentials may be required depending on program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
• Assess patients' mental health concerns and needs through comprehensive assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and guide clinical interventions.
• Provide counseling using evidence-based therapies to improve well-being.
• Educate patients about mental health and treatment options to support engagement.
• Document patient progress with detailed records within required timeframes.
• Coordinate care with other professionals to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines.

Skills

Empathy & interpersonal skills

Case management

Assessment & evaluation

Documentation & compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or related field

LPC-IT / MFT-TL / APSW or equivalent licensure in Wisconsin

SAC-IT / SAC / CSAC credentialing (Wisconsin) if required

Job description

Overview

The therapist leads the collaboration among an interdisciplinary team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate direct social services interventions for patients assigned to their caseload and their support systems. The therapist uses empirically supported therapeutic techniques (e.g., cognitive-behavioral therapy, DBT, or family therapy) to aid in stabilization and recovery of individuals with mental and behavioral health concerns. The therapist creates a safe, supportive environment to help patients gain insight into the relationships between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and to work toward personal goals. The Therapist may perform other duties as directed by the manager/clinical operations supervisor to support direct patient care and system initiatives. The Therapist will work in an acute care setting that includes inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and/or intensive outpatient services.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week, 8:00am–4:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions to address patients\' needs and goals.
• Assess patients\' mental health concerns, strengths, and challenges through comprehensive assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and guide implementation of clinical interventions, including facilitating treatment team meetings.
• Provide counseling and support using evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help patients manage symptoms and improve well-being within sessions and in the milieu.
• Educate patients about mental health and/or substance use conditions, self-care strategies, and treatment options to support engagement and aftercare planning.
• Document patient progress with detailed records of sessions, goals, and interventions; complete documentation within required timeframes.
• Collaborate with other professionals (internal and external) to coordinate care and ensure optimal outcomes.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Pursue ongoing professional development to stay updated on best practices in the field.
• Report and document suspected cases of physical, sexual abuse and/or neglect according to state law and System policy.
• Maintain professional conduct and demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach and collaboration across departments.
• Support changes in staffing/scheduling to meet program and patient care needs.
• Participate in clinical initiatives, projects, and activities to support system-wide continuous improvement.
• Ensure understanding of Joint Commission, State, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Provide for patient safety and the safety of the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including maintaining current knowledge of department processes and procedures, pursuing self-directed learning, and participating on committees as determined by management.

Education & Experience

• Master\'s Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited program; experience in health care and psychiatric settings preferred.
• At minimum, in-training licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-IT), Marriage and Family Therapist Training License (MFT-TL), Advance Practice Social Worker (APSW), or equivalent in the practicing state.
• If required by the program, SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC credentialing in Wisconsin; relevant substance use specialty authorization for the state hired.
• Working knowledge of therapeutic interventions and techniques for all ages and understanding of human growth and behavior.

Required on-the-job Training

• Compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) requirements (Residential Inpatient programs preferred for all levels of care).
• American Heart Association CPR certification within 30 days of hire; bi-annual re-certification required.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training within 60 days of hire/transfer; annual re-certification required.
• Attend all mandatory in-services relevant to the position.
• Ensure all educational requirements and licensing obligations are met as required by the program/unit licensing regulations.
• Residential programs: hold a current, active driver\'s license in good standing (preferred for all levels of care).

The System also includes Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation, which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth, an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges.

EOE/MFDV
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action - Rogers Behavioral Health (rogersbh.org)

Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family; 401(k) retirement plan; employee share program; life/disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition reimbursement; health and wellness program; employee assistance program (EAP).

Transparency in Coverage: Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR and HealthSCOPE Benefits, machine-readable files are published on behalf of Rogers Behavioral Health. Visit the designated pages for links.