Behavioral Health Therapist - Mobile Crisis

Sanford Health • Alexandria, MN

284d • $37 - $46

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. The Behavioral Health Therapist requires a broad and thorough understanding of human behavior, theories of counseling, and psychopathology. This role has total independence and responsibility for patient well-being. The Behavioral Health Therapist provides diagnostic assessment, onsite crisis assessment and intervention, and determines need for ongoing care according to level of clinical ability, medical, and psychosocial complexity. Develops treatment plans and implements treatment interventions specific to patient needs. Continually assesses patient's progress and revises diagnosis(es), treatment plans, and interventions accordingly. Documents treatment sessions. Provides patient progress updates to interdisciplinary team, as needed. May educate patient support members about patient issues and interventions. May refer for additional clinical services or to specialists, as needed. Must stay current on emerging issues in the profession.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related Behavioral Health Sciences required; graduation from an accredited school preferred.
• License must be in good standing in state(s) of practice.
• In Minnesota, must have one of the following: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• If applicable to position, may be required to possess a valid class D driver's license and auto insurance.
• Must maintain a good driving record and have access to personal vehicle and willingness to use the vehicle in carrying out position responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides diagnostic assessment and onsite crisis assessment and intervention.
• Determines need for ongoing care according to level of clinical ability, medical, and psychosocial complexity.
• Develops treatment plans and implements treatment interventions specific to patient needs.
• Continually assesses patient's progress and revises diagnosis(es), treatment plans, and interventions accordingly.
• Documents treatment sessions.
• Provides patient progress updates to interdisciplinary team, as needed.
• Educates patient support members about patient issues and interventions.
• Refers for additional clinical services or to specialists, as needed.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Available!
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Salary Range: $37.00 - $46.50
• Opportunities for development and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree