THERAPIST - ADULT

Responsibilities Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center, a 182‑bed acute care psychiatric hospital located in Oakland Park, FL, provides inpatient and outpatient mental health services. The inpatient Group Facilitator conducts process and psycho‑educational groups to help patients achieve their treatment goals and optimal emotional health during recovery. Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive compensation and generous paid time off Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries Tuition assistance Qualifications Master’s Degree from an accredited school in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required Experience Two years of experience working in a behavioral health center or psychiatric counseling setting with adults and/or adolescents, treating co‑occurring, mentally ill, or chemically dependent patients; understanding of co‑occurring disorders, therapeutic group procedures and dynamics, and cultural/linguistic diversity among patients. Licensure / Certification CPR certification Knowledge and Skills Strong therapeutic skills and knowledge of therapeutic philosophies (group and individual treatment skills) Working knowledge of developmental stages Some minimal knowledge of community resources Ability to communicate effectively with patients of varied comprehension levels Strong assessment skills and ability to intervene in a variety of situations Sensitivity and awareness of diverse cultures and their practices EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity employers and openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr