Therapist - Clinical Services
Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, United States

This position provides Psychoeducational groups and Psychosocial/Social Assessments.

• Completes Psychosocial assessments within 48 hours (but no later than 72 hours)
• Evaluates Patient data, develops and implements a plan of care for the patient
• Initiates discharge plan at time of assessment
• Participates in weekly plan of care for each patient; works cooperatively as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team; Completes progress notes and discharge plans in a timely fashion
• Ensures compliance with all treatment plan requirements including weekly review and updates with the patient (indicated by patient signatures, initials and dates that each review is completed)
• Consistently arranges for an appropriate discharge plan for the patient including follow-up with a psychiatrist (if on meds), therapist and any housing or residential needs as recommended by the psychiatrist
• Appropriately utilizes established resources to assist in completing case management duties independently
• When appropriate, completes the Housing and Residential Needs form for all patients who require assistance with housing at discharge
• Documents treatment provided to patients in their medical record based on established case management guidelines
• Completes all reports for suspected abuse as legally mandated and consistently informs supervisor
• Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate on patient care and performance improvement activities
• Discharge plan is forwarded to the next provider within 24 hours
• Completes Release of Information accurately and completely
• Completes orientation and competency assessments as required for position. Participates in activities enhancing professional growth and development
• Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

Requirements

Education/Licensure

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Current CPR (or willing to be CPR and CPI certified within 60 days of hire)

Knowledge and Experience:

• Basic knowledge of human growth and development helpful
• Maintains current knowledge of social, medical and s=psychiatric services available within the community.
• Experience with therapeutic limit-setting helpful or an understanding of level systems or other behavior management modalities helpful
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries

Benefits

We proudly offer the following benefits available 1st of the month following just one month of employment:

• Competitive rates
• Flexible schedules
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive package of benefits to include:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
• Life, Pet, Identity Theft Insurance
• 401k
• Generous paid time off
• Short Term and Long Term Disability

Job Rewards and Benefits