Program Therapist - Outpatient (Full Time)
About The Position
Are you an empathetic and dedicated professional seeking to positively impact the mental well-being of individuals? Your opportunity awaits at Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital! As a Program Therapist- Outpatient, you will play a vital role in our mission to address the bio-psychosocial needs of our patients. This position involves performing social services functions, guiding patients in accessing therapeutic treatment skills to achieve optimal emotional health in an outpatient setting. Your responsibilities will include offering basic consultation, delivering specialized clinical social work services, crisis intervention, and conducting short-term and long-term therapy. 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 Silver Oaks 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.
- Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois as a mental health professional is required.
- 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.
- 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 the psychosocial, educational, and behavioral functioning of patients 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
- Short-term and 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 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
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
