Therapist Assistant

Uhs • Chester, PA

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About The Position

KeyStone Center, located in Chester, Pennsylvania, offers substance use disorder and dual diagnosis treatment for adults. We are located five miles south of the Philadelphia Airport, making our facility an easy location to travel to and from, for out-of-state treatment options and visitors. The Primary Therapist Assistant is responsible for monitoring and delivering high quality services to dually diagnosed/chemically dependent patients. Primary responsibilities include: Coordination of the full continuum of care; Assessment and documentation of clinical needs; Implementing and delivering individual, group and educational services; The provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu; Crisis intervention and full participation with the multidisciplinary team toward meeting a patient's treatment plan objectives. Discharge planning and referrals to community resources required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree required (in a related mental health discipline from an accredited college).
• Currently enrolled in a Master's program in a related mental health discipline from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and delivering high quality services to dually diagnosed/chemically dependent patients.
• Coordination of the full continuum of care.
• Assessment and documentation of clinical needs.
• Implementing and delivering individual, group and educational services.
• Provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu.
• Crisis intervention.
• Full participation with the multidisciplinary team toward meeting a patient's treatment plan objectives.
• Discharge planning and referrals to community resources.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree