Behavioral Health Therapist

Intermountain Health

7d • $36 - $55 • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Mental Health Professional uses clinical expertise to perform psychosocial assessments, develop and implement plans of care with the appropriate care team, assess crisis situations and provide needed resources or referrals, and provide family and individual treatment as indicated. The role works collaboratively with patients, significant others, families, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources, and other involved parties, providing care appropriate to the established plan of care and assigned patient population.

This position supports the Inpatient Social Work team at LDS Hospital and the crisis teams at LDS and IMed. It is a PRN role with variable shifts as needed. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered to external applicants with at least one year of experience.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work or a related field from an accredited institution; degree will be verified.
• Current state licensure as required by the state, such as LCSW, LMFT, CMHC/LPC/LCPC.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer skills, including email and word processing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with patients, families, and treatment teams.
• Dual licensure with current state licensure as LAC.
• Montana applicants: current state licensure as a MHPP.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, modifying care plans to reflect changes in patient status.
• Refer patients to community services, treatment programs, support groups, psychiatrists, or other mental health providers.
• Work with the multidisciplinary team to develop discharge plans, arrange further care and referrals, and support continuity of care.
• Organize and prioritize daily work by assessing the needs of new, current, and discharging patients.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and behavioral health consultations for patients and caregivers.
• Provide supportive, crisis, bereavement, and other behavioral health interventions as needed.
• Educate, communicate, and coordinate with patient care teams and outside agencies to support quality care, timely discharge, and resolution of delays or issues.
• Meet medical staff credentialing and peer review requirements when applicable in the behavioral health setting.
• May provide staff support and debriefing with the Employee Assistance Program following adverse events.

Benefits

• A $500 sign-on bonus for external applicants with at least one year of experience.
• Benefits eligibility is listed as Yes.
• A comprehensive benefits package supporting wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time