Therapist - Addictions

Rogers Memorial Hospital • Appleton, WI

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About The Position

The therapist leads the collaboration among an interdisciplinary team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate all direct social services interventions to patients assigned to their caseload and their support systems. The therapist utilizes empirically supported therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), or family therapy, to aid in the stabilization and recovery of individuals with mental and behavioral health concerns. The therapist creates a safe and supportive environment where patients gain insight into the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and work towards achieving their goals. Therapist may be responsible for other duties as directed by their manager/clinical operations supervisor to support direct patient care as well as system initiatives. The Therapist will work in an acute care setting that includes inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization and/or intensive outpatient services.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, or Family Therapy from an accredited school.
• In-training as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-IT), Marriage and Family Therapist Training License (MFT-TL), or equivalent.
• If working in a program requiring substance use credentialing, a SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC required in Wisconsin.
• Working knowledge of therapeutic intervention and techniques for all age groups.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in health care and in a psychiatric setting.
• Compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF).
• Current and active driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
• Assessing patients' needs through comprehensive assessments.
• Developing treatment plans based on patients' needs and goals.
• Providing counseling and support using evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
• Educating patients about their mental health and treatment options.
• Documenting patient progress and maintaining detailed records.
• Collaborating with other professionals to coordinate care.
• Adhering to ethical guidelines and maintaining confidentiality.
• Participating in ongoing professional development.
• Reporting and documenting suspected cases of abuse according to law.
• Conducting oneself in a professional manner.
• Demonstrating strong interdisciplinary approach and collaboration.
• Communicating assertively and accurately.
• Receiving feedback in a productive manner.
• Supporting changes in staffing/scheduling as needed.
• Participating in clinical initiatives and activities for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrating understanding of compliance regulations.
• Providing for patient safety and the safety of the facility.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee share program.
• Life/disability insurance.
• Flex spending accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health and wellness program.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree