THERAPIST (MA/MSW) WEST
About The Position
The Therapist provides clinical social work services on a designated unit in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Lakeside Behavioral Health. The Therapist is responsible for psychosocial assessments, individual, group and family therapy, participation in treatment team planning, processing commitments, and discharge planning/case management service, crisis intervention and liaison services with referral sources and other departments within the hospital. This opportunity provides the following: UHS is a challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan for full-time and part-time positions 401k plan with company match for full-time and part-time positions Generous Paid Time Off
Requirements
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description.
- The specifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability to meet the minimum requirements for this position.
- Staff must demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to units providing care to varied populations including, adults and dually diagnosed patients in an inpatient and partial hospital setting.
- Education: Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical/Counseling Psychology or Social Services related field required, licensure preferred.
- Experience: Prior experience working with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
- Licensure/Certification: TN LCSW, LPC, LP preferred.
- Knowledge: Prefer knowledge of case management, discharge planning, group leadership skills, age specific growth and development, crisis and behavior management, family therapy theory and practice.
Responsibilities
- psychosocial assessments
- individual, group and family therapy
- participation in treatment team planning
- processing commitments
- discharge planning/case management service
- crisis intervention
- liaison services with referral sources and other departments within the hospital
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan for full-time and part-time positions
- 401k plan with company match for full-time and part-time positions
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
