Therapist- IOP/PHP- Parttime

Rogers Behavioral Health • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

The Therapist leads collaboration among an interdisciplinary team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate direct social services interventions for assigned patients 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 provides a safe, supportive environment in which patients can understand connections 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. Other duties may be assigned to support direct patient care and system initiatives.

This is a part-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. CST. Benefits eligibility is indicated. A new-employee retention bonus is available: $2,000 for in-training licensure or $4,000 for fully licensed employees. A new employee is defined as someone who has not been employed with Rogers for more than six months.

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 an equivalent credential in the state where practicing.
• If working in a program requiring substance use credentialing in Wisconsin, hold a SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC credential; 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 dynamics.
• For residential programs, hold a current, active driver’s license and be in good standing.
• Complete American Heart Association CPR certification within 30 days of hire and recertify every two years.
• Complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training within 60 days of hire or transfer and recertify annually.
• Attend all mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position.
• Meet educational requirements and related obligations for the program or unit license and applicable regulations.
• Comply with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) requirements when working in residential inpatient programs.

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.
• RCC and CBRF compliance for levels of care other than residential inpatient programs.
• A current, active driver’s license in good standing for levels of care other than residential programs.

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, including in the milieu and as needed in the moment.
• Educate patients about mental health and/or substance use conditions, self-care strategies, and treatment options, and support consideration of treatment engagement and aftercare plans.
• Document therapy sessions, patient 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 continuing education and professional development.
• Report and document suspected physical or sexual abuse and/or neglect in accordance with applicable 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 program and patient-care needs require.
• Participate in clinical initiatives, projects, and activities supporting system-wide continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate understanding of Joint Commission, state, and other regulatory agency compliance requirements.
• Provide for patient safety and facility safety.
• Maintain current knowledge of department processes, protocols, and procedures; pursue self-directed learning and continuing education; and participate in committees, task forces, and work groups as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for the employee and family
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee share program
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• New-employee retention bonus of $2,000 for in-training licensure or $4,000 for fully licensed employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time