Therapist - PRN

Perimeter Healthcare•Jackson, TN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Perimeter Behavioral of Jackson has a great opportunity for a PRN master's Level Mental Health Therapist as we expand our growing company! If you are seeking an opportunity to work with a great team and be able to help improve adolescent's lives by providing high quality care, then apply today! Perimeter Behavioral of Jackson offers acute and residential services to children and adolescents. Our mission is to obtain the best staff and utilize state of the art, evidence-based treatment protocols, resulting in the best outcomes for our patients.

Requirements

Master's degree (MA/MS) in psychology, counseling, social work or related field required.
At least one (1) year of related experience in inpatient setting with psychiatric experience required.
Must be eligible to become Licensed Tennessee LAC, LCSW, LPC or LMFT.
Able to consider someone who has a reciprocity license from another state.

Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and administers therapeutic treatment plan by performing intake interviews for medical and psychological history and compiles all pertinent documents to facilitate treatment plan.
Observes client for abnormal physical or mental behavior and monitors progress with components of treatment plan.
Conducts group therapy sessions.
Conducts weekly individual and family therapy sessions according to treatment plans.
Coordinates discharge planning 24-48 hours in advance.
Performs daily tasks of counseling by instructing clients in progress charting.
Responds to any emergency involving clients in treatment.
Performs community relations by ensuring all written and verbal information is clear, concise, legible and accurate.
Completes documentation within 24 hours of completion.
Documents all external and internal contacts and relays client information according to company and governmental guidelines maintaining appropriate confidentiality.