Therapist (Licensed)

Lamistad; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Growth and professional development opportunities

401k plan with company match (full-time only)

Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan (full-time only)

Job summary

A behavioral health services provider in the Town of Florida seeks a Licensed Therapist for a Per Diem position. Responsibilities include conducting individual and family counseling sessions and coordinating with treatment teams. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s Degree in social work or counseling, possesses a relevant Florida license, and has at least one year of clinical experience with children or adolescents. Join a supportive multidisciplinary team in a challenging, rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• One year direct clinical experience specific to family, individual, and group therapy with children and/or adolescents.
• Current license from the State of Florida (LCSW, LMFT, LMFTI, LMHC, or LMHCI).
• Knowledge of individual, group, and family therapy dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and family psychotherapy sessions for residents.
• Establish rapport and assess client's readiness for treatment.
• Coordinate with treatment team and implement discharge planning.

Skills

Therapeutic services

Counseling sessions

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Crisis intervention response

Education

Master’s Degree in social work or counseling

Job description

Responsibilities

Licensed Therapist, Per Diem position

Therapists are responsible for conducting therapeutic services for residents of La Amistad Behavioral Health Services, working closely and collaboratively with our team of psychiatrists on a daily basis. They provide counseling sessions for families, individuals and groups. Therapists are responsible for interviewing and developing the psychological history, assessing the therapeutic needs of the individual and family, developing appropriate treatment objectives and weekly treatment summaries. Therapists act as the residents' and families' primary contact during the resident's stay within the program as well as their advocate with the treatment team. Therapists are also liaisons with outside agencies and individuals for the purpose of developing and coordinating discharge planning with the treatment team and family.

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct individual and family psychotherapy sessions for residents on their caseload at least one time per week as part of the therapeutic process
• Conduct general psychotherapy sessions for residents' in-group caseload at least four times per week. Demonstrates a high level of clinical skill in assessing the clinical needs of the resident, determining appropriate group interventions and in conducting the group in accordance with these needs.
• Conduct specialized groups as assigned based on education, training and experience.
• Establish rapport, systematically gather data; determine client's readiness for treatment and change. Analyze and interpret relevant data to determine treatment recommendations and priorities.
• Coordinate with treatment team, family and residents in family caseload and implement discharge planning
• Has understanding of Common Psychiatric Diagnoses. Can recognize associated behaviors and use proper intervention techniques for Common Psychiatric Diagnoses
• Documentation as required by facility Policy
• Evaluate and demonstrate for age-specific behaviors, motor skills and psychological norms. Recognize patient's level of psychosocial development and modify approach accordingly

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling or other related fields.
• Experience: One year direct clinical experience specific to family, individual and group therapy with children and/or adolescents. For specialized issue or treatment modalities, training must be specific to these: abuse reactive, sexual offending, substance abuse, sexual trauma, vocational, play therapy, art therapy and relaxation therapy. Must have knowledge of human development over the life span.
• License/Certification: Current license from the State of Florida, such as LCSW, LMFT, LMFTI, LMHC or LMHCI
• Good verbal and written communication skills related to documenting assessments, treatment planning and interventions into a meaningful document. Must be able to communicate with members of interdisciplinary treatment team, managed care representatives, children, adolescents, adults and resident families in a clear and concise manner
• Knowledge of individual, group and family therapy dynamics and techniques as related to cultural, social, economic, communication and role expectations within family systems
• Knowledge of clinical skills to assess treatment dynamics accurately and develop effective treatment strategies within the overall treatment plan
• Physical Requirements: Minimal. May require response to crisis intervention

This Opportunity Offers the Following

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Ability to work alongside a multidisciplinary team
• Growth and Professional Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan (full-time positions only)
• 401k plan with company match (full-time positions only)