Mental Health Clinical Therapist I-Days-Linden Oaks Adol unit

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychosocial assessments by interviewing the patient and their significant others to obtain history and identify preliminary issues for treatment focus.
• Contacts appropriate previous and current tertiary caregivers to obtain relevant collateral clinical data that may be needed for the patient's coordination of care, treatment planning and discharge planning.
• Develops, implements and monitors progress of the patient's individualized treatment plan.
• Conducts daily group and individual assessments to identify issues for treatment focus by interviewing the patient one-on-one and transcribing relevant information.
• Provides individual, group and family process-oriented counseling sessions. Conducts educational, after care support and other didactic groups for patients and family members using various professional treatment modalities.
• Participates in regular clinical team meetings/staffing and provides input on the psychosocial, disease management and case management needs of the patient.
• Demonstrates an understanding, and adheres to all procedures and legislation, which apply to patients cared for in a Mental Health and Substance Abuse treatment facility.
• Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of community resources (12 step support meetings, recovery homes and residential treatment facilities) and medical allied staff expertise to assure an appropriate discharge liaison is implemented.
• Reports to community/state agencies any patient issues that are required by hospital policy and state or federal law. Serves as the facilities representative in legal proceedings resulting from said reports.
• Maintains accurate and timely medical records including psycho-social assessments, family session and daily progress notes to include school personnel and other community collateral involvement. Provides descriptions of therapeutic interventions and patient response for discharge planning process.
• Schedules, attends and documents court hearings as required, such as involuntary admission, guardianship, etc.
• May provide backup services for incoming assessment and referral calls.
• Participates in activities that enhance professional growth and development. May serve as a spokesperson before professional or community groups.
• Demonstrates conduct in keeping with LOH ethical standards.
• Complies with facility safety, infection control and security program.
• Floats to alternate units or Linden Oaks locations based on census and staffing needs.

Requirements

• Required Education, Skills and/or Experience:
• Master's Degree in Social work or a Master's Degree in a recognized mental health field or a Bachelor's Degree and completion of an approved substance abuse education program for assignment in the substance abuse area
• Knowledge of developmental psychology, disease pathology and clinical needs of assigned population
• Ability to maintain information which is highly confidential
• Ability to clearly summarize pertinent clinical information via written correspondence and medical records documentation
• Ability to demonstrate self-control in volatile or hostile situations
• Ability to set therapeutic limits and maintain therapeutic distance with clients; maintains therapeutic boundaries with patients during treatment and following discharge
• Preferred Education, Skills and/or Experience:
• Minimum of two years of experience in a behavioral health setting
• Required License and/or Certification:
• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire
• Benefits (For full time or part time positions):
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connecte

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Additional Information

Hourly Pay Range: $30.46 - $45.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Mental Health Clinical Therapist I Location: LOH Naperville- Inpatient Full Time Hours: 8:00-4:30

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