Therapist, Outpatient (PRN)

Lifepoint Health • Denver, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Therapist, Outpatient (PRN) at Denver Springs, part of Lifepoint Health. This role is vital in making communities healthier by providing exceptional care. The therapist will conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions, participate in treatment planning, communicate with clients, families, and referral sources, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, patient assessments, documentation, and discharge planning, all while adhering to confidentiality and clinical regulations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent required.
• Current clinical or social work license required by state regulations.
• CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients regarding psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems
• Displays active involvement in treatment planning process
• Provides family session counseling to all patients to ensure appropriate communication and involvement of family members and support groups
• Actively communicates with clients, families, and outside referral sources
• Demonstrates proactive communication with those involved with the patient’s treatment
• Works well with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, utilization review and nursing staff members
• Demonstrates active communication with team members
• Effectively communicates to UR on treatment and LOS issues
• Completes appropriate paperwork for clients in a timely, accurate and complete manner
• Demonstrates appropriate crisis intervention and de-escalation skills
• Acts as a member of team with crisis situation occurs, assisting others to ensure patient safety
• Completes accurate assessments of patients utilizing clinical skills
• Assists care coordination department as requested
• Completes all documentation thoroughly, timely, and in accordance with hospital standards
• Displays a thorough knowledge of confidentiality
• Completes releases appropriately
• Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulations and abides by those standards
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of all clinical regulations, including TJC, Medicaid, and state and federal laws
• Displays active involvement in the discharge, transition, and after-care planning treatment processes
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level