Behavioral Health Practicum Therapist - Eating Disorders

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Tanner Clinic is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practicum Therapist to join our Behavioral Health Department. This role is designed for individuals currently pursuing a master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC), or Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). As a Practicum Therapist, you will gain hands-on experience providing therapeutic services to a diverse client population under the supervision of licensed professionals.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

The Behavioral Health Practicum Therapist will work directly with the Psychiatry Department within a multi-disciplinary team approach to provide therapeutic interventions for patients and families referred to the clinic for various mental health related issues. A successful candidate will demonstrate interest in working with and providing interventions to a variety of mental health concerns. Therapeutic interventions may be related to depression, anxiety, trauma, acceptance, and adjusting to significant life changes for individuals ranging from children, older teens, adults, and the elderly.

Under the supervision of licensed professionals, the Practicum Therapist will be responsible for providing high quality patient care, including assessment, psycho-diagnosis, treatment planning, providing therapeutic interventions, and discharge planning. While the primary nature of treatment will be offered at the individual level additional treatment needs may include group and family therapy.

A successful candidate must possess effective communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care. Must be able to read, write and comprehend medical terminology. Must exhibit a professional appearance. Must be at least 21 years of age, dependable and emotionally stable. Responsible for maintaining personal and professional growth and development.

Education: Currently enrolled in a master’s degree program in Social Work (MSW), Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC), or Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT).

Experience: Previous experience in a mental health setting (internships, volunteer work, etc) is preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Commitment to learning and professional development.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to meet client needs.
• Adherence to clinic policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping.
• Knowledge of various therapeutic approaches and techniques.
• Capacity to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Licensure/Certification: Must be eligible to complete clinical hours required for state licensure upon graduation.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of organization policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of human resource management techniques.
• Knowledge of patient care workflow including other service area’s in clinic
• Knowledge of essential clinical duties of nursing services staff

Abilities:

• Ability to clearly communicate
• Ability to plan, exercise initiative, problem solve, make leadership decisions.
• Ability to manage clinic operation costs.
• Ability to mentor and lead by example without bias or judgment.
• Ability to manage medical emergencies.

Equipment Operated: Standard office and clinical equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, EKG, spirometry, POC equipment, etc.

Work Environment: Primarily medical offices. Regular contact with patients.