Mental Health Therapist I - Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit

Sign-On Bonus [taxed] Available $10,000 for Dependent (LPC, LSW, MFT) and $15,000 for Independent (LPCC, LISW, IMFT). 1st Shift: 10am – 6:30pm. Part‑time: 24 Hours Per Week. Thursday/Friday and every other weekend. Department: Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. Summary The Mental Health Therapist I applies graduate‑level counseling and social work skills under the direct supervision of an independently licensed staff member as stipulated by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Duties include psychosocial assessment of individuals, adolescents, families, and groups, and the provision of graduate‑level clinical social work/counseling interventions appropriate to client needs in the context of the department. This position will complete the 3,000 hours of supervised clinical work required by the state licensure board to obtain the clinical endorsement required to practice independently. Responsibilities Conduct initial comprehensive patient and family psychosocial assessment, and triage care accordingly. Communicate with staff regarding assessment, treatment/interventions and interdisciplinary care plan through documentation and meetings such as patient rounds. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide competent care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age. Provide case management for assigned patients that involves consultation and collaboration with hospital and community professionals and programs to provide the most appropriate and comprehensive care. Consistently use evidence‑based trauma and risk assessment tools and apply crisis intervention skills when indicated, and determine formally the need for a referral to the Emergency Department or a more suitable community agency. Complete ethical and timely documentation as expected in the context of the department. Other duties as required. Outpatient Add‑On Complete Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions in addition to other clinical evidence‑based treatment modalities to assist patients and families with their individualized service plans. PHP/IOP Add‑On Use CBT and DBT (Dialectical Based Therapy) interventions through individual, group, and family therapy to support clients in achieving therapeutic goals. PIRC Add‑On Work in a fast‑paced environment conducting risk assessments and using crisis intervention skills as needed. Triage and assess intake calls received from families and community referral sources. Conduct preliminary diagnostic assessment over telephone to assess the need for services for children and adolescents seeking psychiatric and psychological services. Conduct comprehensive risk assessment either face‑to‑face in the ED or through telehealth to maximize continuity of care with the family. Engage in consultation and collaboration with hospital and community professionals and programs to develop and communicate a crisis treatment plan for patients and families and provide recommendations for follow‑up. Substance Use Add‑On Use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy intervention as well as other evidence‑based practices, such as Motivational Interviewing. Involve family in therapy sessions and provide behavior modification techniques as clinically indicated. Technical Expertise Experience working with electronic medical record software such as EPIC preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software required. Experience providing clinical services through telehealth preferred. Education and Experience Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work or Clinical Mental/Behavioral Health Counseling required. Certification: Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) required. Must meet Akron Children’s Hospital Medical Staff Credentialing/Privileging criteria and become credentialed within 1 year of hire. Years of relevant experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience preferred. Years of supervisory experience: None. Part Time FTE: 0.6 Status: Onsite #J-18808-Ljbffr