Behavioral Health Therapist - Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Palmer, AK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Therapist works in the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center in Palmer, Alaska. The role collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team to address patients’ psychosocial and emotional needs through functional assessments, individualized treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, crisis response, and discharge planning. The therapist also supports patient and family engagement and coordinates care across the continuum. This is a full-time, day-schedule position. The role requires a master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field. Prior behavioral health experience is preferred. Basic Life Support certification and de-escalation training within 30 days of hire are required; specified state licensure, LPC certification, and ACLS are preferred.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
De-escalation training certification required within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge of human behavior, symptoms of mental illness, and therapeutic interventions.
Proficiency in de-escalation, crisis management, and stress reduction techniques.
Strong understanding of managed care and community resource coordination.
Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
Skills in documentation, communication, and patient education.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of prior behavioral health experience.
LMSW (Licensed Medical Social Worker) state licensure.
LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) certification.
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.

Responsibilities

Complete timely and accurate psychosocial assessments and functional evaluations for assigned patients.
Develop individualized plans of care based on patient needs and participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Communicate with patients, families, medical providers, referral sources, and community partners to coordinate care and support continuity.
Facilitate individual, group, and/or family therapeutic interventions according to scope of practice and patient needs.
Support discharge planning and help patients navigate resources for post-hospital care.
Document clinical interventions and communications in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
Participate in staff development, orientation, and education of assigned personnel or students.
Respond to crisis situations using de-escalation strategies and emergency response protocols.
Report and document unexpected incidents or adverse events and support investigations and corrective actions when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.