Therapist (MA/MSW)

UHS; Ashland City (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401K with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Tuition savings for nursing education

Career development opportunities

Pet Insurance

Free meals

Job summary

Oak Plains Academy, a UHS company, seeks a Therapist (MA/MSW) to provide individual, group, and family therapy within a structured residential program for children and adolescents.

You will coordinate master treatment and discharge plans as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with the Department of Child Services on meetings and hearings. Tennessee licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMFT) and 1–2 years of youth experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work/clinical services field required.
• Licensed by the State of Tennessee in social work or related field, as a LPC, LCSW, or LMFT required.
• Eligibility for licensure track in social work or related field acceptable.
• One to two years experience working with youth with emotional and/or behavioral diagnosis, required.
• This role requires a successful background check, fingerprinting and employment verification.
• Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Oversee the therapeutic services provided to a caseload of residents.
• Act as the treatment plan coordinator for the multi-disciplinary team in the development and implementation of the master treatment plan and the discharge plan for each resident.
• Work with the Department of Child Services with regards to child family team meetings and court hearings.
• Provide individual, group and family therapy for assigned residents as required by contractual and licensure obligations.
• Participate in subsequent treatment planning, risk management assessment and aftercare and discharge planning.
• Actively communicate with staff, treatment teams, and outside agencies on treatment and safety issues pertaining to residents and their family members, caregivers and placement options.

Education

Master’s degree in social work/clinical services field

Job description

Responsibilities

Oak Plains Academy, (a UHS company) is seeking a dynamic and talented Therapist (MA/MSW) to join our team of professional employees.

Oak Plains Academy is a comprehensive and highly structured 98-bed residential treatment program offering psychiatric residential treatment services to children and adolescents, struggling with emotional and behavioral issues. Residents receive an individualized treatment plan, geared to meet their personal needs. A professional team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, therapists, nurses, and teachers serve hundreds of children and adolescents annually with the common goal of treating and healing trauma and building resiliency in the residents we serve. Located on 20 acres of rolling hills in a rural setting, about 45 minutes from Nashville, Tennessee, Oak Plains Academy campus features a full-size gymnasium, dining hall, separate academic building, and four dormitories.

Visit us online at:https://oakplainsacademy.com/

The Therapist will oversee the therapeutic services provided to a caseload of residents. This individual will act as the treatment plan coordinator for the multi-disciplinary team in the development and implementation of the master treatment plan and the discharge plan for each resident. The individual is required to work with the Department of Child Services with regards to child family team meetings and court hearings. Along with completing appropriate documentations. They will provide individual, group and family therapy for assigned residents at Oak Plains Academy as required by contractual and licensure obligations. They will also participate in subsequent treatment planning, risk management assessment and aftercare and discharge planning. They will actively communicate with staff, treatment teams, and outside agencies on treatment and safety issues pertaining to residents and their family members, caregivers and placement options.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• Pet Insurance
• Free Meals
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

What do our current team members value at Oak Plains & UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you serve, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peers and leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice.

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.

www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work/clinical services field required
• Licensed by the State of Tennessee in social work or related field, as a LPC, LCSW, or LMFT required
• Eligibility for licensure track in social work or related field acceptable.
• One to two years experience working with youth with emotional and/or behavioral diagnosis, required.
• This role requires a successful background check, fingerprinting and employment verification
• Valid Driver's License

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