Program Therapist - Licensed
About The Position
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PROGRAM THERAPIST! Status: Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Schedule: Day, Evening, and Weekend Shifts Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? As a Program Therapist, you will play a vital role in supporting the bio-psychosocial needs of our patients. In this role, you will provide therapeutic services, support patients in developing treatment and coping skills, and contribute to a collaborative care environment focused on stabilization and recovery. Your responsibilities will include providing consultation, delivering specialized clinical social work services, conducting crisis intervention, and facilitating short- and long-term therapeutic interventions. You will work closely with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support patient progress and ensure high-quality, compassionate care. We are seeking a dedicated professional who can provide appropriate information, resources, and referrals to patients and families while helping individuals navigate their recovery journey. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and bringing your therapeutic expertise to a supportive team, we invite you to join Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.
Requirements
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Work or a clinically related mental health field preferred.
- An Illinois State license in social work or a clinical-related mental health field is preferred.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; and strong clinical assessment skills preferred.
- Must be able to pass a competency exam upon hire.
- 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
- 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 northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
