LEAD GROUP THERAPIST (MA/MSW)

Responsibilities Fairfax Behavioral Health is seeking a licensed Lead Group Therapist for our Kirkland location. Position Summary - (Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm) The Inpatient Lead Group Therapists give patients the opportunity to learn and grow by teaching valuable skills applicable to everyday life. They work with patients in groups and 1:1 to implement active treatment and individualized treatment plans, helping patients reach their goals. They are also valuable members of a multidisciplinary team which allows the Inpatient Group Therapists to collaborate on treatment decisions and to help create treatment plans. They may perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Services. Fairfax Behavioral Health (a UHS facility): Fairfax Behavioral Health, founded in 1930, is a private, free‑standing mental health hospital that specializes in psychiatric and detox treatment. We strive to meet and respond to the needs of our community by offering a continuum of care and evidence‑based programs at multiple locations within our region. We have behavioral health facilities and services located in Kirkland, Everett and Monroe, Washington. Mental and behavioral health challenges are a growing concern within our communities. Whether it is ourselves or a loved one, we will all likely be affected by behavioral health and mental disorders or illness. This drives our passion for providing evidence‑based outpatient and inpatient psychiatric treatment programs with successful outcomes. For more information: Qualifications Education: Masters degree from an accredited college or university in human services, social work, counseling or related field. Licensure: Must have a valid WA State license (LSWAIC, LMHCA, LMFTA, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT or a Licensed Behavioral Analyst) or associate clinical licensure. Must obtain CPR, First Aid, Handle with Care, and Verbal De‑Escalation certifications provided by facility upon hire. Experience: Preferred two (2) years, post‑Master’s experience in a psychiatric health care setting. Direct experience in individual and family group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. Direct experience managing a caseload of up to 14 clients. Skills and experience in community relations and group presentation. Skills and experience in group facilitation, group adaptation, and curriculum development. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Universal Hospital Services Inc.