Outpatient Psychotherapist - Integrative Medicine

Advocate Health

1d • $36 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position in the Integrative Medicine department at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital focuses on providing quality individual therapy to patients. The role involves crisis intervention, comprehensive assessments, and the development and monitoring of individualized treatment plans. The psychotherapist will also be responsible for case management, making appropriate referrals, and collaborating with other professionals to ensure continuity of care. Additionally, the position includes community education, outreach, and marketing efforts to generate new business. Accurate and timely documentation of patient care, including treatment plans and discharge summaries, is essential. The role also involves participating in performance improvement activities and assisting in treatment development. The psychotherapist must demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate for the age of the patients served, understanding principles of growth and development across the lifespan.

Requirements

• LCSW or LCPC with the state of Illinois.
• Master's Degree in Social Work, or Master's Degree in Psychology, Clinical, or Master's Degree in Psychology, Educational, or Master's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or related field.
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in providing therapy in behavioral health.
• Some positions may be restricted to individuals with Master's Degree in Social Work and be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker upon hire.
• Some positions may also require one of the following Substance Abuse licenses upon hire: Substance Abuse Counselor-In-Training, Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor, or Clinical Supervisor-In-Training.
• Skilled as a generalist and has one or more specializations.
• Extensive knowledge and skills in the application of theory, practice and techniques of behavioral health and/or substance abuse treatment services.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to function in a complex mental health delivery system.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality individual therapy focused on the patient's identified diagnosis and needs.
• Provides crisis intervention to new and current patients as needed.
• Provides clinical/therapeutic services to a diverse client population, accepting and treating all patients willingly and with professionalism.
• Applies brief therapeutic intervention model as appropriate.
• Conducts comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, formulates and monitors individualized treatment plans and treatment interventions in accordance with department and hospital policies.
• Provides case management and utilization review services for patients on their assigned caseload.
• Provides education to patients and families as needed.
• Makes appropriate referrals to services within the Hospital, Aurora Behavioral Health Services, or outside agencies if needed.
• Serves as a liaison with referral sources and coordinates with other staff to ensure continuity of care in discharge planning.
• Actively participates in clinical supervision and peer review activities.
• Provides consultation with other professionals, including ongoing clinical team treatment staffing.
• Provides community education and outreach, including referral development and marketing efforts to generate new business.
• Accurately completes all documentation responsibilities as outlined in department/service area procedures within established timelines, including treatment plans, discharge summaries, aftercare plans, and billing records.
• Assists in treatment development, innovation, and improvements.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and care management initiatives as directed.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including understanding principles of growth and development and assessing patient status based on age-specific needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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