Therapist, Exempt Position Summary

This position is responsible for supporting the needs of the department with a focus on clinical, operational, and administrative excellence.

Essential Functions

Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients regarding psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems
Displays active involvement in treatment planning process
Provides family session counseling to all patients to ensure appropriate communication and involvement of family members and support groups
Actively communicates with clients, families, and outside referral sources
Demonstrates proactive communication with those involved with the patient's treatment
Works well with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, utilization review and nursing staff members
Demonstrates active communication with team members
Effectively communicates to UR on treatment and LOS issues
Completes appropriate paperwork for clients in a timely, accurate and complete manner
Demonstrates appropriate crisis intervention and de-escalation skills
Acts as a member of team with crisis situation occurs, assisting others to ensure patient safety
Completes accurate assessments of patients utilizing clinical skills
Assists care coordination department as requested
Completes all documentation thoroughly, timely, and in accordance with hospital standards
Displays a thorough knowledge of confidentiality
Completes releases appropriately
Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulations and abides by those standards
Demonstrates a working knowledge of all clinical regulations, including TJC, Medicaid, and state and federal laws
Displays active involvement in the discharge, transition, and after-care planning treatment processes Other duties as assigned

Additional Information

Reports to: Director of Clinical Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education: Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent required.

License: Current clinical or social work license as required by state regulations.

Certifications: CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.

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