Psychotherapist - LCSW, LPC OR LMFT REQUIRED Lehighton

St. Luke’s University Health Network•Lehighton, PA

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About The Position

The Psychotherapist provides counseling within an outpatient program for adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples. The role includes assessment, individual, family, and group counseling; coordination and implementation of treatment plans; and crisis intervention as needed. In collaboration with psychiatrists, the Psychotherapist uses a team-based approach and provides care appropriate to each patient’s age. The role follows professional and ethical guidelines established by mental health care organizations and associations. The Psychotherapist conducts intake assessments, evaluations, and referrals; develops and presents treatment and service plans; and provides treatment using accepted mental health care standards. The role maintains clinical records and timely documentation, performs risk assessments, communicates with involved staff and agencies when appropriate releases are signed, and participates in clinical supervision and staff meetings. The Psychotherapist also maintains current professional knowledge and licensure through continuing education and may support community or network programs through presentations, seminars, and related activities. Tele-therapy may be provided as assigned.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
Active licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
0–14 years of post-licensure direct therapeutic experience.
Competency in assessment, treatment, knowledge of growth and development, and communication appropriate to the ages of patients treated.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Positive interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Assess patients and provide individual, family, and group counseling to adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples.
Conduct intake assessments, evaluations, and referrals, gathering information for clinical assessment and planning.
Present treatment and service plans to clients following evaluation.
Coordinate and implement treatment plans and provide treatment services consistent with department policies and procedures.
Use interventions that meet accepted mental health care standards and reflect the treatment plan.
Provide crisis management for assigned cases and serve as program backup when needed.
Maintain scheduled weekly client hours as required by departmental needs and standards.
Participate as a treatment team member and collaborate with psychiatrists.
Attend clinical supervision and staff meetings prepared and as scheduled.
Maintain current knowledge of psychotherapy theory, practice, professional literature, and mental health trends through continuing education.
Communicate with involved staff and agencies when appropriate releases are signed.
Maintain appropriate service and clinical records according to QA&I, state, and Joint Commission guidelines.
Prepare evaluation reports addressing referral reasons and presenting organized facts, impressions, and clinical recommendations.
Complete progress notes, reports, correspondence, and client satisfaction tools in a timely manner as required.
Perform thorough risk assessments at intake and as needed thereafter.
Support community and network departments through support-group presentations, mental wellness education, stress-management seminars, and similar assigned duties.
Provide tele-therapy through a hospital-vetted format as assigned.
Exercise appropriate self-management in performing job duties.