Universal Health Services

INPATIENT THERAPIST Behavioral Health Hospital

Posted on: 21 Feb 2021

Phoenix, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities

Quail Run Behavioral Health is currently seeking Inpatient Therapists to join our team. We have FT positions available in our Adult and geriatric care units. In addition to a $3000 sign on bonus, we offer a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package with generous PTO. We would love to talk with you today! You may complete an online application through this site or for fast track and immediate consideration please fax your resume to our Human Resources department at 602-888-2670 or email christa.lynch@uhsinc.com

The Inpatient Therapist coordinates care and provides therapeutic treatment for patients at Quail Run Behavioral Health.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Clinical Skills

Provide quality assessments and reports according to training and areas of expertise

Provide quality individual, group, marital, and family therapy according to training, specialties, and effectively manage time in clinical sessions

Facilitate productive therapy sessions and provide growth promoting experiences to patients

Develop initial rapport with patients

Define clear and meaningful treatment goals for patients

Facilitate therapeutic movement towards treatment goals at an appropriate pace

Demonstrate use of various and active interventions

Help develop and evaluate patient-specific treatment plans

Ensure treatment follows goals outlined in the treatment plan

Provide or arrange proper family therapy intervention

Develop and implement appropriate aftercare and discharge plans

Complete all discharge forms, contracts, and crisis prevention plans with the patient and ensure that aftercare appointments are made prior to discharge.

Contact aftercare professionals/treatment facilities to provide patient information that will aide in a smooth transition of care.

Patient Care

Coordinate care with referral sources and other involved professionals

Maintain regular communication with family members as appropriate

Return phone calls to professionals and family in a timely manner

Encourage patients to participate fully in all aspects of the treatment program

Educate all patients, whenever possible, about ways to facilitate recovery

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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Qualifications

Education:

Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or Professional Counseling

Experience: Minimum of 2 years' experience in mental health. Experience with chemical dependency preferred.

License: Minimum Masters Level Licensure from Arizona Board of Behavioral Health in area of specialty. License in good standing.

Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of Handle with Care prior to assisting with a restraining procedure and within 30 days of employment.

Universal Health Services

King of Prussia, PA

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