Psychotherapist NEX

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Concord, NC

About The Position

The Psychotherapist works in the Behavioral Health Outpatient Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), developing, implementing, and evaluating patient care according to identified needs. The role includes crisis management, treatment and discharge planning, patient education, accurate clinical documentation and billing, and collaboration with the healthcare team, guardians, and community agencies to support effective service delivery and patient outcomes. The position is part-time, 24 hours per week, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The listed pay range is $33.05–$49.60. The work takes place in patient care areas such as hospital units, emergency rooms, offices, and conference areas, with possible exposure to combative or hostile patients and frequent movement and coordination with staff across disciplines and agencies.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a relevant human services field, such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy, from an accredited graduate school.
Full licensure in the applicable state.
Two years of clinical experience.
CPI and CPR training required for psychotherapists working in an inpatient psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate patient care according to identified needs.
Manage clients in crisis using appropriate therapeutic skills and assessment techniques.
Write treatment plans appropriate to the patient’s diagnosis, age, and clinical presentation.
Write discharge plans based on individual client needs and follow through with the termination process.
Collaborate with guardians and community agencies to ensure effective service delivery.
Complete patient care assignments with attention to detail and accuracy.
Document patient care and responses accurately and consistently in the medical record.
Complete accurate and timely billing information.
Design, plan, and implement effective patient education.
Maintain open communication and collaborate with the healthcare team to support patient outcomes.