THERAPIST (LICENSED)

Therapist Position

Responsibilities La Amistad Behavioral Health Services is a leader in the field of behavioral health care, and our experts are committed to providing the highest quality of care in an atmosphere that nurtures healing and growth. La Amistad enjoys full accreditation by The Joint Commission. La Amistad believes in building healthy communities, which start with healthy individuals, linked through sound relationships to their families, friends, neighbors and peers. Therapist, Full Time across both Adult/Adolescent Therapists are responsible for conducting therapeutic services for residents of La Amistad Behavioral Health Services. They provide counseling sessions for families, individuals and groups. Therapists are responsible for interviewing and developing the psychological history, assessing the therapeutic needs of the individual and family, developing appropriate treatment objectives and monthly treatment summaries. Therapists act as the residents' and families' primary contact during the resident's stay within the program as well as their advocate with the treatment team. Therapists are also liaisons with outside agencies and individuals for the purpose of developing and coordinating discharge planning with the treatment team and family.

Essential Job Duties:

• Conducts individual psychotherapy sessions for resident's individual caseload at least one time per week as part of the therapeutic process
• Conducts general psychotherapy sessions for residents' in-group caseload at least four times per week.
• Demonstrates a high level of clinical skill in assessing the clinical needs of the resident, determining appropriate group interventions and in conducting the group in accordance with these needs.
• Conducts specialized groups as assigned based on education, training and experience.
• Establishes rapport, systematically gathers data; determines client's readiness for treatment and change.
• Analyzes and interprets relevant data to determine treatment recommendations and priorities.
• Coordinates with treatment team, family and residents in family caseload and implements discharge planning
• Has understanding of Common Psychiatric Diagnoses. Can recognize associated behaviors and uses proper intervention techniques for Common Psychiatric Diagnoses
• Documentation as required by facility Policy
• Evaluates and demonstrates for age-specific behaviors, motor skills and psychological norms. Recognizes patient's level of psychosocial development and modifies approach accordingly

Qualifications Job Requirements:

• Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling or other related fields.
• Experience: One year direct clinical experience specific to family, individual and group therapy with children and/or adolescents. For specialized issue or treatment modalities, training must be specific to these; abuse reactive, sexual offending, substance abuse, sexual trauma, vocational, play therapy, art therapy and relaxation therapy. Must have knowledge of human development over the life span
• License/Certification: Current license from the State of Florida, such as LCSW, LMFT, LMFTI, LMHC or LMHCI
• Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills related to documenting assessments, treatment planning and interventions into a meaningful document. Must be able to communicate with members of interdisciplinary treatment team, managed care representatives, children, adolescents, adults and resident families in a clear and concise manner
• Knowledge of individual, group and family therapy dynamics and techniques as related to cultural, social, economic, communication and role expectations within family systems
• Knowledge of clinical skills to assess treatment dynamics accurately and develop effective treatment strategies within the overall treatment plan
• Physical Requirements: Minimal. May require response to crisis intervention

This opportunity offers the following: Challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan (full-time positions only) 401k plan with company match (full-time positions only)