Therapist I

UVA Health • Manassas, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Therapist I Job Code: BH1100 10:00 am-10:00 pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday ABOUT US We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients i n the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification: Non Exempt Supervises Positions: JOB SUMMARY The Therapist I reports to the Supervisor of Behavioral Health Therapy and/or Manager of Behavioral Health Operations. The Therapist I provides complete patient assessments, plans for therapeutic interventions and appropriate follow up care, implementing treatment plans, coordination of the treatment process and discharge planning under the supervision of a licensed therapist. Also demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age and cultural diversity of the patients served. In addition, the therapist will uphold and demonstrate the UVA Mission, Vision and Values: Compassion, Diversity, Personal Excellence, and Teamwork. The Therapist I will work under the supervision required by their specific license and/or state board requirements.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field
• 1 year of experience (including internships or pre-doctorate residencies) preferred
• Supervisee in Social Work, Resident in Counseling or Psychology Resident
• Applicants who plan to obtain post-graduate training must register as a resident in psychology prior to beginning supervision and make application at the time of the registration of residency (VA Only) required
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention within 3 months of hire required
• BLS within 3 months of hire required
• Good working knowledge of computers
• Ability to care for behavioral health and substance used disorder age-specific populations
• Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills
• Attention to detail and ability to write legibly

Nice To Haves

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Provides complete patient assessments
• Plans for therapeutic interventions and appropriate follow up care
• Implements treatment plans
• Coordination of the treatment process
• Discharge planning under the supervision of a licensed therapist
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age and cultural diversity of the patients served
• Upholds and demonstrates the UVA Mission, Vision and Values: Compassion, Diversity, Personal Excellence, and Teamwork
• Works under the supervision required by their specific license and/or state board requirements
• Provides guidance to team members as they navigate patient concerns through teaching, good communication, and trust building behaviors
• Utilizes relationship building skills through rounding to provide training and coaching to team members on how to effectively connect with patients
• Uses patient feedback to create innovative ideas to meet patient needs
• Ensures team members have pertinent information to educate patients on procedures and processes
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members, leadership, and community providers
• Demonstrates a willingness to adjust activities to accommodate the needs of team members
• Develops team members through mentoring, precepting, orientation, and timely feedback
• Collaborates with leaders and other team members for positive experiences for patients
• Implements treatment plan using best practice modalities and interventions to obtain optimal patient outcomes
• Establishes and maintains control of violent patients, defends self and others against violent assaults, and reacts appropriately during a psychiatric crisis
• Continues professional development and assumes responsibility as a self-directed professional for continuing education
• May be asked to perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Shift differentials
• Clinical ladders
• Other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level