What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Therapist position at Capital Area Pediatrics Inc?
Job Description
Capital Area Pediatrics offers accessible, comprehensive pediatric care to families at five practice locations throughout Northern Virginia. For both sickness and health, generations of families have chosen Capital Area Pediatrics to provide outstanding care and an exceptional patient experience. We are currently accepting applications for the role of Behavioral Health Therapist.
About The Role
Capital Area Pediatrics is seeking a licensed therapist who desires an opportunity to work with children, adolescents, parents, and families. You will be working collaboratively within a private pediatric practice with an expanding behavioral health program. This practice has five offices across Northern Virginia in Ashburn, Herndon, Vienna, Falls Church and Sleepy Hollow. The role would be primarily focused in the western region of Northern Virginia. As a Behavioral Health Therapist, you will use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and help them feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings. You will also use your knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities to develop and implement effective treatment plans. Your ability to work independently and as part of a team will be essential in collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Essential Functions
Capital Area Pediatrics offers accessible, comprehensive pediatric care to families at five practice locations throughout Northern Virginia. For both sickness and health, generations of families have chosen Capital Area Pediatrics to provide outstanding care and an exceptional patient experience. We are currently accepting applications for the role of Behavioral Health Therapist.
About The Role
Capital Area Pediatrics is seeking a licensed therapist who desires an opportunity to work with children, adolescents, parents, and families. You will be working collaboratively within a private pediatric practice with an expanding behavioral health program. This practice has five offices across Northern Virginia in Ashburn, Herndon, Vienna, Falls Church and Sleepy Hollow. The role would be primarily focused in the western region of Northern Virginia. As a Behavioral Health Therapist, you will use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and help them feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings. You will also use your knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities to develop and implement effective treatment plans. Your ability to work independently and as part of a team will be essential in collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Essential Functions
- Provide individual therapy through both in person and telemedicine visits.
- Work with children and adolescents of all ages and backgrounds.
- Conduct intake assessments and safety assessments.
- Maintain supportive documentation through an electronic medical record.
- Develop and conduct psychoeducational workshops for patients and parents
- Be part of a collaborative team of medical and behavioral health practitioners.
- Participate in treatment team.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- Computer skills i.e. Microsoft Office suite, ability to navigate websites and experience with practice management software knowledge is preferred.
- Ability to travel to all site locations and work flexible hours.
- Ability to handle medical records discreetly.
- Knowledge of medical issues and terminology.
- Ability to multi-task and perform well in stressful situations.
- Strong communication skills and a customer service orientation.
- Time management and strong organizational skills.
- Can work independently and with a team.
- Hold an active license in the state of Virginia (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or be license eligible.
- Well versed in evidence-based practice and CBT.
- Experience in trauma-informed care preferred.
- Have experience or background in child development.
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