Therapist- PRN

Rogers Behavioral Health•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Therapist leads collaboration among an interdisciplinary team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate direct social service interventions for patients on their caseload and their support systems. Using empirically supported approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and family therapy, the Therapist supports stabilization and recovery for people with mental and behavioral health concerns. The role creates a safe, supportive environment where patients can gain insight into the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and work toward their goals. The Therapist works in an acute care setting that may include inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and/or intensive outpatient services. The role may also include other duties assigned by a manager or clinical operations supervisor in support of direct patient care and system initiatives. This is a PRN position providing as-needed coverage when the clinic is open Monday through Friday, with no set hours or consistent days.

Requirements

At minimum, hold an in-training credential such as Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-IT), Marriage and Family Therapist Training License (MFT-TL), Advanced Practice Social Work (APSW), or the equivalent in the state of practice.
If working in a program requiring substance use credentialing, hold a SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC in Wisconsin; a substance use specialty authorization applicable to the state of hire is required.
Have working knowledge of therapeutic interventions and techniques for all age groups and of human growth and behavior.
Complete Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) training when working in Residential Inpatient programs; this training is preferred for all levels of care.
Obtain American Heart Association CPR certification within 30 days of hire and complete recertification every two years.
Complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training within 60 days of hire or transfer and complete annual recertification.
Attend all mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position.
Meet educational requirements and related obligations for the license and regulatory requirements governing the program or unit.
For Residential programs, hold a current, active driver’s license and be in good standing; this is preferred for all levels of care.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited school of Social Work, Professional Counseling, or Family Therapy.
Experience in health care and in a psychiatric setting.
Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) training for non-residential levels of care.
A current, active driver’s license in good standing for non-residential levels of care.

Responsibilities

Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions tailored to patients’ needs and goals.
Assess patients’ mental health concerns, strengths, and challenges.
Develop individualized treatment plans and guide implementation of clinical interventions, including facilitating treatment team meetings.
Provide counseling and support using evidence-based therapeutic techniques in sessions and in the milieu as needed.
Educate patients about mental health and/or substance use conditions, self-care strategies, and treatment options, and support their review of treatment engagement and aftercare plans.
Document therapy sessions, progress, goals, and interventions within required timeframes.
Coordinate care with internal and external professionals, including psychiatrists, social workers, and case managers.
Follow ethical guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education.
Report and document suspected physical or sexual abuse and/or neglect in accordance with state law and system policy and procedure.
Conduct oneself professionally and collaborate across disciplines and departments.
Communicate assertively and accurately, and receive feedback productively to support personal and professional development.
Support changes in staffing or scheduling assignments when required by program and patient care needs.
Participate in clinical initiatives, projects, activities, committees, task forces, and work groups that support continuous improvement, as assigned.
Demonstrate understanding of Joint Commission, state, and other regulatory agency compliance requirements.
Promote patient and facility safety.
Maintain knowledge of department processes, protocols, and procedures; pursue self-directed learning and continuing education.
Perform other duties as assigned.