Family/ Intake Therapist (PRN)

Cook Children's Health Care System • Fort Worth, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Family Intake Therapist will provide intake assessments in the Emergency Department and over the phone to determine appropriate level of care and treatment. Provides family assessments, family therapy, crisis intervention, and telephone triage for psychiatric inpatients, PHP, ER, and discharged patients. Participates in group therapy, multi-disciplinary treatment, diagnostic conferences, and diagnostic interviews. Provides case management services for all patients. Manages patients' mental health benefits and keeps informed of all information regarding the patients' treatment and their payor. Available for Intake on-call on as needed basis. Hours: up to 12 hours per week, hours will vary.

Requirements

• Master's level in Social Work or related field
• Experience in family therapy
• Child growth and development education
• Licensed by State of Texas: LMSW, LCSW or LPC
• Qualified as a QMHP (Qualified Mental Health Professional) by the Texas Department of Health.
• CPR Heartsaver
• CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention - Units 1-7 & 9-10 plus the CPI Children’s Control Position from Unit 8 or must be completed within 60 days of start date.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a hospital setting
• Experience working with families and children in crisis

Responsibilities

• Provide intake assessments in the Emergency Department and over the phone to determine appropriate level of care and treatment.
• Provide family assessments, family therapy, crisis intervention, and telephone triage for psychiatric inpatients, PHP, ER, and discharged patients.
• Participate in group therapy, multi-disciplinary treatment, diagnostic conferences, and diagnostic interviews.
• Provide case management services for all patients.
• Manage patients' mental health benefits and keep informed of all information regarding the patients' treatment and their payor.
• Be available for Intake on-call on an as needed basis.

What This Job Offers

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