Clinical Therapist

Clinical Therapist

MercyOne

1 Positions

ID: TRHEUS00669317MERCYO

Posted On 05/22/2026

Refreshed On 06/22/2026

Job Overview

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Consistent with the Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Standards, the Psychiatric Unit Therapist is a member of the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center multi-disciplinary treatment team and is accountable for the delivery of holistic, compassionate, individualized, and effective care demonstrated using the core functions of practice associated in a clinical role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.

Undertake primary counselor/clinician responsibilities for designated patients including:

• Establish a positive, trusting rapport with patients and/or families.

• Conduct thorough bio-psycho-social assessments.

• Provide individual, group and/or family counseling and educational sessions for both patients and family members.

• Monitor participation and progress in the program toensurethe planned provision of services.

• Prepare andmaintainelectronic patient records consistent with rules and regulations.

• Assure compliance with all regulatory rules and regulations including HIPAA, 42 C.F.R, IDPH, Joint Commission, etc.

• Consult,conferand coordinate with members of the multi-disciplinary team for psychiatric services including the psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, social workers, etc.

• Create, implement, andmonitorindividual patient treatment plans according to needs and circumstances while revising/updating them asappropriate.

• Coordinate with area agencies and resources to offer holistic care for patients while minimizing potentialbarriers,referringpatients when necessary.

• Demonstrate patience, compassion, and motivation in a high-energy and demanding environment.

MISSION STATEMENT AND CORE VALUES

Mission Statement: We, MercyOne Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Core Values:

• Reverence: We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person.

• Commitment to Those who are Poor: We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.

• Safety : We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.

• Justice: We fosterrelationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.

• Stewardship: We honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human,financialand natural resources entrusted to our care.

• Integrity: We are faithful to those we say we are.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Master’s Degree: LMHC or LISW preferred, will consider LMSW (Supervision available).

Field of Study: Social Work or Psychology

Licenses/Registration: Licensure in the state of Iowa

• Excellent communication, listening and writing skills.

• Solid understanding of behavioral health disorders and symptoms in the DSM 5.

• Mustpossessa personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

POSITION PURPOSE

Consistent with the Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Standards, the Psychiatric Unit Therapist is a member of the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center multi-disciplinary treatment team and is accountable for the delivery of holistic, compassionate, individualized, and effective care demonstrated using the core functions of practice associated in a clinical role.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

• Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values.

• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and proceduresin order toensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest,ethicaland professional behavior.

• Maintains a professional, collaborative work environment to foster a positive publicimage for MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.

• Knows and adheres to all laws and regulationspertaining topatient health,safetyand medical.

• Practice within the legal scope of a professional counselor as outlined by the Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau of Professional Licensure andretainaccountability for one’s own counseling practice.

• Utilize research andevidence-based practice standards in the delivery of patient care.

• Continuously seek out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving.

• Support andparticipatein shared leadership and interdisciplinary decision-making.

• Demonstrate ethical conduct and practice consistent with the American Counselor Association (ACA) or National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Job Details

Categories

Health Care

Human and Social Services

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Company ID

1154

Job REQ #

TRHEUS00669317MERCYONEENUS

# Positions

1

Start Date

20260522

End Date

20260730

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About the Company

MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center is a not-for-profit Catholic hospital serving the tri-state area of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin since 1879. MercyOne — Dubuque has 263 beds while MercyOne — Dyersville is a critical access hospital with 25 beds and a 40-bed nursing home.

MercyOne offers a full range of acute care services, including invasive cardiology and open-heart surgery, Level II trauma center, Level II regional neonatal intensive care unit, general and orthopedic surgery, psychiatric services and inpatient physical rehabilitation. MercyOne also operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units, extensive outpatient rehabilitation services, home health care, retail pharmacy and a wide range of outpatient, community and business services. MercyOne' 1,500 full- and part-time employees and medical staff of 230 care for more than 56,000 inpatients and outpatients each year.

The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and achieved Magnet designation, the gold standard of patient care, in 2004 and was redesignated a Magnet hospital for the fourth time in 2019.

MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center is a ministry organization of Trinity Health based in Novi, Michigan. MercyOne is an organization that values and encourages diversity. To learn more about MercyOne and opportunities for employment, please see the postings listed on this site or visit our website mercyone.org.