THERAPIST Inpatient

UHS•Austin, TX

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the Nation's largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Austin Oaks Hospital, a UHS facility, is an 80-bed facility that offers a broad spectrum of psychiatric services for adults and adolescents. Located on a beautiful 13-acre, oak-lined campus, we provide a home-like environment that promotes crisis resolution, positive self-awareness, social skills, and personal growth. Our psychiatric treatment and substance abuse services are available through both inpatient and outpatient programs. Austin Oaks Hospital is seeking qualified, energetic candidates for current job openings and welcomes new Grads. The organization focuses on servicing communities' mental health needs, providing excellent care, comfort, and security to patients and families. Employees are part of a network of peer professionals and nursing leaders.

Requirements

Must be licensed to practice psychotherapy in the State of Texas (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) or under supervision for licensure (LMSW, LPC-I, or LMFT-A).
Masters Degree in Behavioral Health field.
Current State Licensure.
Current CPR or BLS certification.
Aggressive Behavior Management training within 90 days of hire date.
Is deemed a Qualified Mental Health Provider (QMHP).
At least 6 months work experience providing individual, group and family therapy, case management and discharge planning in an inpatient or outpatient psychiatric facility.
Familiarity with ethical and legal issues regarding reporting of abuse and neglect.

Nice To Haves

Prior inpatient adult psychiatric experience preferred.
Prior inpatient psychiatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for developing and writing treatment plans and discharge summaries within established time frames and formats.
Is a liaison with other disciplines, colleagues, physicians, families, and outside agencies.
Responsible for assessing, designing, structuring, and implementing therapeutic services that best meets the needs of patients and their families.
Working collaboratively as a treatment team member.