Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist

Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County, Marymount Hospital is an acute care, faith-based hospital. Here, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare. As a part of our team, you will build a rewarding, lifelong career in a diverse and welcoming environment. As a Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist, you will utilize specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of psychotherapy, clinical counseling, diagnostic interviews, assessments and treatment plans to provide therapy sessions to patients ranging in age from 5 to late adulthood. Therapy sessions may be for individuals, groups, or on a family-oriented basis. A caregiver in this role works days from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Responsibilities Provide therapy sessions for individuals, groups or families. Utilize a clinical focus across the mental health spectrum from anxiety and depression to bi-polar and schizophrenia. Utilize specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of psychotherapy, clinical counseling, diagnostic interviews, assessments and treatment plans to patients. Participate in the development and implementation of an appropriate assessment based interdisciplinary treatment plan. Consult with team managers, statutory and voluntary agencies and patient relatives to ensure compliance with patient treatment plans. Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessment and participate in interdisciplinary rounds. Provide individual, group, family and crisis counseling. Act as a liaison with patients, families, community support workers and facilities to obtain information and facilitate discharge planning. Provide education and resources for patients and family members. Supervise and/or train lower-level social workers, students or interns. Process paperwork, take telephone calls and complete clinical documentation. Participate in continuing professional education, departmental meetings and teaching. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) No record of substantiated ethics or patient abuse reports Three years of experience in a behavioral health setting Comprehensive knowledge of current psychotherapeutic techniques, theories and practices sufficient to evaluate, diagnose and counsel patients Ability to concisely document clinical findings and patient needs in an electronic medical record while navigating a multi-specialized behavioral health environment Ability to communicate across different electronic platforms and across a broad geographic provide base Preferred Qualifications Four or more years of experience in a behavioral health setting Physical Requirements A high degree of manual dexterity to produce materials on PC. Normal or corrected vision. Extensive sitting and frequent walking. Occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds. Personal Protective Equipment Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures. Pay Range Minimum hourly: $27.65 Maximum hourly: $42.17 The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.). #J-18808-Ljbffr Cleveland Clinic