Virtual Therapist - PRN - California

Meadows-Behavioral-Healthcare; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Meadows Behavioral Health is seeking a Virtual Therapist to assess and facilitate care for assigned patients, coordinating discharge planning and case management. You will conduct individual, family, and group psychotherapy and share clinical information with the treatment team.

You will provide on-call coverage as requested and support program development while maintaining thorough documentation in the medical record. Remote work supports flexible collaboration with care teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Behavioral Health or related field.
• Must be independently state licensed to practice.
• Minimum of three years' experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Experience with Trauma, EMDR, or related therapies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess and coordinate care for assigned patients and participate in discharge planning.
• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy as scheduled.
• Document therapy sessions in the medical record per program requirements.
• Be an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Provide on-call coverage as requested and support program development.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Case management

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's Degree in Behavioral Health

Independent state license

Trauma/EMDR experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

GoTo Meeting

Teams

Job description

This is where you change your storyAt Meadows Behavioral Health we understand that new directions to career advancing and improvement can be scary, but we are excited to offer you a possible new rewarding chapter with us! Come join us in transforming lives!Who are we?Meadows Behavioral Health is a leader in the behavioral health industry. We offer a range of specialized programs, including residential, outpatient, and virtual treatment. We provide care for drug and alcohol addiction, trauma, sexual addiction, behavioral health conditions, and co-occurring disorders. We offer state-of-the-art care including neurofeedback and other services. Our evidence-based approach is rooted in decades of clinical experience, with more than 45 years in the field. Our approach is different and success stories from our patients are the proof.Who are you?Are you compassionate, innovative and have a passion to make an impact? Are you looking to get your foot in the door with a company that will believe in your abilities and train you to advance? 75% of our current top-level executive staff are organic internal promotions from within.We might be a perfect fit for you!Position Summary:The Virtual Therapist assesses and facilitates the care for assigned patients and participates in the treatment and continuing care planning. Is responsible for case management for all assigned patients.Conducts individual, family, specialized and group psychotherapy and shares clinical information gained with the treatment team, and with other involved entities as appropriate.Promotes implementation of therapeutic milieu and daily program schedule. Provides patient care in a supportive and empathetic manner.Provide on-call coverage as requested.Essential Duties Include:Assessment Coordination & Discharge Planning:Virtually meet with assigned patients to introduce self, orient the patient to the therapist role and explain treatment goals and/or expectations.Initiate contact with relevant family members and outpatient providers, after signed release has been obtained, to develop and implement care plan and coordinate discharge planning.Document all activities related to assessment, treatment and discharge planningIndividual and Family Therapy Services (if required or assigned) :Provide individual, group and family psychotherapy for assigned patients per program schedule.Document therapy sessions in the medical record per program requirements.Seek clinical supervision and support when complications arise in therapeutic setting or therapy sessions.Facilitate specialized interventions when needed.Specialized Therapy Services (If required or assigned) :Provide specialized therapy services to assigned patients including but not limited to, Family, Art, EMDR, and SE.Group Therapy/Education:Assist in compiling materials for use in group and/or educational/informational sessions.Support program schedule by conducting assigned components and maintaining group therapy/education schedule.Complete syllabus or lesson plan for didactic groups and document as required.Participate in program development and performance improvement measures in social services.Treatment Team Member:Active member of the multidisciplinary treatment. Communicates clinical concerns and treatment recommendations with team.Performance Improvement:Actively participates in the performance improvement activities per facility licensure and accreditation requirements.On-Call Services:May provide on-call services as requested / assigned.Education and Experience:Masters Degree in Behavioral Health or related field required.Must be independently state licensed (no associate licenses accepted) to function within job confines.Minimum of three years experience in behavioral health field preferred. Prefer experience working with specialty services (Trauma, Chemical Dependency, Eating Disorders) within a managed care environment.Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suites as well as virtual meetings i.e., Zoom, GoTo Meeting, Teams Meeting, etc.Prefer two years experience providing Family Therapy, EMDR, sex addiction or other trauma specialist if assigned to conduct specialized therapy.We are a Drug Free Company. All positions are designated as Safety Sensitive positions and in light of our company mission, the Company does not employ medical marijuana cardholders. Following an offer of employment, and prior to reporting to work, all applicants will be required to submit to and pass a substance abuse screen.Meadows Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Meadows Behavioral Health provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and if you need reasonable accommodation during any time of the employment process, please reach out to [e-mail].