BEHAVIORAL HEALTH THERAPIST

Job SummaryPlans, organizes and conducts therapeutic interventions for assigned caseload in outpatient environment. Emphasizes short term cognitive/behavioral approaches to effect social/emotional adjustment or address behavioral disorders. Provides emergency behavioral health services.Essential Job FunctionsCompletes patient assessments.Assists the Department's compliance with state, JCAHO and other regulatory agencies.Communicates effectively with patients/peers/families/treatment team.Provides and participates in Educational Activities.Complies with requirements for credentialed status as required.Completes C.E.U.'s required for continued licensure.Delivers presentations to other agencies and groups pertaining to the services provided by the PHP.Serves on hospital committees and participates in other related projects as directed.Other duties as assigned.Specialty FunctionsProcesses psychiatric emergencies.Participates in Treatment Planning.Uses skilled therapeutic modalities.Assists the department's compliance with State, JCAHO and other regulatory agencies.Communicates effectively with patients/peers/families/treatment team/agencies.Provides and participates in educational activities.Required QualificationsMaster's Degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related Human Service degree.One (1) or more years' experience in clinical setting or equivalent work-related experience.Two (2) or more years prior experience in provision of individual and group psychotherapy in a clinical setting.Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.Knowledge of Payor/Insurance BenefitsFunctional Skills on PC and Related Software (Microsoft Office)Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc.Creativity in treatment in various settings including inpatient, skilled nursing and outpatient clinicsAbility to transition smoothly between various treatment settings.Ability to understand and react effectively to the unique needs of the population served.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience working in a managed care environment.License, Certification & ClearancesCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.Professional Licensure (LCSW, LSW, LPC, LMFT or licensed psychologist).Act 33 with renewalAct 34 with renewalAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewalAbility to be credentialed with local insurance providers.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkIncumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.LeanActively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.AAP/EEOExcela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.Work EnvironmentEffective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelinesWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Extreme Heat - xExtreme Cold - xHeights - xConfined Spaces - xExtreme Noise(>85dB) - xMechanical Hazards - xUse of Vibrating Tools - xOperates Vehicle (company) - xOperates Heavy Equipment - xUse of Lifting/Transfer Devices - xRotates All Shifts - x - x8 Hours Shifts - x - x10-12 Hours Shifts - x - xOn-Call - xOvertime (+8/hr./shift; 40/hrs./wk.) - x - xTravel Between Sites - x - xDirect Patient Care - x - xRespirator Protective Equipment - xEye Protection - xHead Protection (hard hat) - xHearing Protection - xHand Protection - xFeet, Toe Protection - xBody Protection - xLatex Exposure - x - xSolvent Exposure - xPaint (direct use) Exposure - xDust (sanding) Exposure - xEthylene Oxide Exposure - xCytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure - xBlood/Body Fluid Exposure - x - xChemicals (direct use) Exposure - xMist Exposure - xWax Stripper (direct use) - xNon-Ionizing Radiation Exposure - xIonizing Radiation Exposure - xLaser Exposure - xPhysical DemandsWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Bending (Stooping) - x - xSitting - x - xWalking - x - xClimbing Stairs - x - xClimbing Ladders - xStanding - x - xKneeling - xSquatting (Crouching) - x - xTwisting/Turning - xKeyboard/Computer Operation - x - xGross Grasp - x - xFine Finger Manipulation - x - xHand/Arm Coordination - x - xPushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) - x - 30#Carry - xTransfer/Push/Pull Patients - xSeeing Near w/Acuity - x - xFeeling (Sensation) - xColor Vision - xHear