PRN Group Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY The Group Therapist oversees the quality of care delivered to patients within the PHP and IOP levels of care.  Responsible for providing psychotherapy and counseling therapies, including group, individual, and family therapy for patients suffering from psychiatric and substance abuse issues.  The therapist also ensures accurate and timely patient documentation.   QUALIFICATIONS Education: Master’s degree in social work or counseling and relevant state licensure required. Experience:  Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients preferred. License: Current unencumbered clinical license per state of practice guidelines. LPC-Associate, LMSW, LMFT-Associate, and LCDC-Intern (substance use groups only).  *licensure requiring supervision to obtain a full licensure* Additional Requirements: CPR certification and SAMA training during orientation week.   PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES   Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients regarding psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems. As necessary, provides family sessions to ensure family member and support engagement. Demonstrates active clinical engagement and communication in treatment through accurate assessments, treatment planning, continued care advocacy, discharge/transition and after-care planning for patients within a multidisciplinary team including the physicians, UR and nursing staff. Displays a thorough knowledge of confidentiality when communicating with patients, families and outside sources. Completes releases appropriately and documents communication. Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations and abides by those standards. Completes appropriate paperwork for patients in a timely, accurate, and complete manner. Demonstrates appropriate crisis intervention and de-escalation skills. Acts as a member of the team when a crisis occurs, assisting others in ensuring patient safety. Enacts the code system per company policy and training. Demonstrates a working knowledge of all clinical regulations and state and federal laws. Other duties as assigned by leadership. Note:  The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of facility policies and procedures, compliance plan and code of conduct. Provides superior customer service while never crossing therapeutic boundaries. Must have excellent listening and interpersonal communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, staff, employees, and Connections Wellness Group leadership staff. Takes initiative to help the team, is flexible and demonstrates positive and affirming behaviors/attitude even in high conflict/stress/acute situations with patients, families and staff. Actively participates in team meetings and discussions. Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to use good judgment and keep the information confidential. Ability to react calmly and effectively in an emergency. Ability to seek and receive feedback and enact change for personal growth and improvement in clinical product.   PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND SPECIAL DEMANDS  1.      Ability to sit for long periods (6-8 hours),  3.      Ability to see well enough to read handwritten and typewritten material.  6.      Ability to handle a variety of repetitive tasks at a moderate level.  7.      Ability to occasionally handle electrical, mechanical, or equipment emergencies.  8.      Available to work varied hours (i.e., evenings) as required, may be on-call as needed.  9.      Ability to travel between facility locations, and at times, the corporate office. 10.    Ability to drive a motor vehicle to designated sites. 11.    Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks under deadlines and with short notice.