Masters Level or Licensed Inpatient Clinician- Child Unit

Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital•Westborough, MA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a licensed therapist for our Child patients. This should be someone who loves working with children. The Licensed Clinician will provide quality psychotherapeutic services to all patient and their families; to serve as a member of interdisciplinary team supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy and assure the deliverance of quality treatment to patients and their families. It is the responsibility of the Licensed Clinician to provide initial and ongoing assessment of each client to determine the most effective and useful counseling in treatment of their emotional and/or substance abuse problems.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field
License requirement: LMHC, LCSW, or LICSW
Minimum of three years of relevant experience in behavioral health setting, preferably in an outpatient or partial hospitalization setting.
Able to work collaboratively with a treatment team with all providers within the hospital.
Experience with psychosocial assessments and treatment planning is essential.
Additional Requirements – Must obtain and maintain approved CPR certification and Management of Assaultive Behavior training including restraint and seclusion policies prior to assuming patient care responsibility.

Nice To Haves

Art therapy experience would be helpful.
EMR experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessment for mental health, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence and medical needs. Conduct follow-up as appropriate based on results of evaluation.
Provides daily therapy sessions in a group. And individual sessions as needed.
Document in client records according to established protocol, including submitting reports as needed.
Completes Master Treatment plans as required.
Maintain client records, including all mandated agency forms in accordance agency policy, state confidentiality and HIPPA laws. Keep all records and information confidential. Maintain confidentiality regarding privileged administrative and client information in a professional manner.
Develops and implements therapeutic treatment plans in concert with the interdisciplinary treatment team.
Demonstrates sound application of Cognitive Behavioral Theory and methodology.
Develops and coordinates an individualized discharge plan for the patient by utilizing treatment team and written chart information to determine the patient's aftercare needs.