Behavioral Health Therapist - Day Treatment

Dayton Children's Hospital

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Therapist (BHT) provides intensive behavioral health services including diagnostic assessments, individual, group and family-based psychotherapy, and crisis intervention as needed. Responsible for collaborating with patients and families in developing an individualized treatment plan that will specifically address identified areas of concern. Responsible for assisting patients and their families in understanding ways to effectively manage symptoms and behaviors attributed to the identified behavioral health diagnosis (es). Assists families in effectively addressing complex personal and environmental difficulties which interfere with effective social functioning. Responsible for the delivery of clinical services which are available to the patient, the patient’s family, and other persons significant to the patient. Is able to work independently, is well organized, and identifies opportunities to work collaboratively with other units/departments within the hospital. Participates as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and community agencies. Provides education/ consultation to health care professionals and the community regarding the impact of psychosocial factors. The BHT demonstrates and models Dayton Children’s values through effective interaction with patients, families, and treatment team members while providing excellent care.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling required
• LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker - Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board OR
• LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board OR
• IMFT - Independent Marriage and Family Therapist - Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive behavioral health services including diagnostic assessments, individual, group and family-based psychotherapy, and crisis intervention.
• Collaborate with patients and families in developing individualized treatment plans.
• Assist patients and families in managing symptoms and behaviors related to behavioral health diagnoses.
• Help families address personal and environmental difficulties that interfere with social functioning.
• Deliver clinical services to patients, their families, and significant others.
• Work independently, be well-organized, and identify opportunities for collaboration with other hospital units/departments.
• Participate as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and community agencies.
• Provide education and consultation to healthcare professionals and the community on the impact of psychosocial factors.
• Demonstrate and model company values through effective interaction with patients, families, and treatment team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level