THERAPIST (MA/MSW)

UHS • Austin, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Austin Oaks Hospital (a UHS facility) Austin Oaks Hospital is an 80-bed facility that offers a broad spectrum of psychiatric services for adults. Located on a beautiful 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 to fit your needs. Get a confidential assessment from our trained staff today to determine which services best suit your recovery goals. Austin Oaks Hospital is located in South Austin 10 minutes from downtown. Please visit our website for more information: www.austinoakshospital.com. POSITION SUMMARY Therapist- at Inpatient Hospital, responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 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. Will work under the direct supervision of the Clinical Services Director. Austin Oaks Hospital is seeking qualified, energetic candidates for our current job openings. Join us and be a part of our organization servicing our communities mental health needs. If you are a dedicated, hardworking individual who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients we encourage you to apply. Austin Oaks Hospital puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Austin Oaks is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. At Austin Oaks Hospital you are never alone, as you are part of a huge network of peer professionals and nursing leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Behavioral Health field
• 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)
• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• 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!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees