Lead Program Therapist - Social Services (Days)
About The Position
The Lead Program Therapist performs social services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their bio psychosocial needs while enabling them to access therapeutic treatment skills to achieve their optimal level of emotional health, including providing basic consultation, teaching, complete specialized clinical social work services for patients/families receiving care, crisis intervention, short-term and long-term family therapy, and providing information and referrals as needed. We are seeking a dedicated individual who can provide information and referrals as needed, contributing to the overall well-being of our patients and their families. If you are ready to bring your therapeutic expertise to a dynamic and caring team, join us at Lake Behavioral Hospital, where your skills will be instrumental in helping individuals achieve their optimal level of emotional health.
Requirements
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Work or a clinical related mental health field preferred.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; and have strong clinical assessment skills preferred.
- Must possess an Illinois State license in social work or clinical related mental health field, or receive license within 6 months of employment
- May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.
Responsibilities
- Conduct individual/couples/family counseling with a focus on engagement, collaboration, and problem-solving.
- Collaborate with community agencies for patient assessment and services.
- Evaluate and document the effectiveness of interventions and patient responses.
- Assess patients' psychosocial, educational, and behavioral functioning and document updates.
- Utilize age-specific considerations in treatment planning.
- Respond promptly to social work service requests.
- Contribute to the effective functioning of the patient's program and meet social work needs.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning meetings.
- Ensure specific, measurable goals and interventions are defined.
- Adhere to specific standards for the care of diverse patient populations.
- Utilize appropriate interventions in psychiatric emergencies.
Benefits
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid long term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
