Clinical Therapist 1-In

Loma Linda•Redlands, CA

13d•$37 - $49

About The Position

The Clinical Therapist 1-Inpatient conducts psychosocial assessments, develops treatment plans, implements therapeutic interventions, and coordinates discharge planning for patients and families. The role provides individual, family, and group therapy, psychoeducation, support groups, and other therapeutic activities. It identifies, assesses, and intervenes in high-risk circumstances and complies with legal and regulatory reporting, intervention, documentation, and referral requirements. The therapist collaborates with the treatment team, collateral contacts, and community agencies to coordinate services during and after hospitalization. The role advocates for patients and families and connects them with internal and external resources. It also provides learning experiences and supervision for clinical students from affiliated schools and programs as assigned, and performs other duties as needed. Loma Linda University Health is a faith- and values-based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities. The institution states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Completion of a master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related counseling field, or completion of a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from a regionally accepted accredited institution.
Knowledge of psychotherapy theory and techniques.
Ability to identify the need for supervision or consultation, use it appropriately, and accept direction.
Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and by telephone; professional-quality English communication is required.
Ability to use computer and software programs necessary for the position and troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally; enforce policies consistently; remain calm and courteous under pressure; defuse aggravated situations; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate.
Ability to think critically, work independently with minimal supervision, perform basic math, manage multiple assignments, problem solve, organize and prioritize workload, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.
Sensory abilities needed for patient care and the position include distinguishing colors and smells, hearing conversation and workplace sounds, seeing computer screens and written documents, and discerning temperature variances through touch.
Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a behavioral health care setting.
One year of experience in an acute psychiatric facility with an age-specific population.
Registration as an ACSW, MFT intern, or LPCC intern, or being in the process of accruing post-doctoral hours toward psychologist licensure.
Spanish language ability.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments.
Develop treatment plans and implement therapeutic interventions.
Coordinate discharge planning for patients and families.
Provide individual, family, and group therapy, psychoeducation, support groups, and other therapeutic activities.
Identify, assess, and intervene in high-risk circumstances.
Comply with legal and regulatory reporting, intervention, documentation, and referral requirements.
Collaborate with treatment team members, collateral contacts, and community agencies to coordinate service delivery during and after hospitalization.
Advocate for patients and families and connect them with internal and external resources.
Provide learning experiences and supervision for clinical students from affiliated schools and programs as assigned.
Perform other duties as needed.