Residential Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LSW or Associate) Full-time

UHS•Kouts, IN

41d•Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Center for Youth and Families, a subsidiary of UHS, has been providing psychiatric treatment for youth with various mental health issues since 1997. It is a 74-bed private, residential treatment facility located in Valparaiso and Kouts, IN, accredited and serving youth nationwide. The center is dedicated to compassionate care and high-quality behavioral healthcare through its full-immersion Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program for adolescents aged 10-18 facing emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. The Patriot Support Program specifically addresses the needs of children of active-duty military members. Midwest Center is seeking individuals to join their team and provide service excellence to patients, families, and colleagues.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling required.
Experience working in a residential treatment facility.
Working knowledge of DBT.
LCSW, LMFT, LMFT-A, LMHC, LMHC-A, or LSW license in the state of Indiana required or license eligible.
Must complete DBT skills training certification course within 6 months of hire.
Must be 21 years old.

Responsibilities

Obtain social history information to familiarize clinical staff and physicians with the patient and any past/present problems.
Act as a liaison with the patient’s family or support system and referral sources.
Provide direct psychotherapy to patients in individual, family, and group settings.
Assist with utilization review with third-party payor sources.
Work 40 hours per week, with flexibility to cover weekends, evenings, new admissions, or discharges.