Program Therapist-Bachelors

Department: PMIC
Hours: Per Week 0.04
Location: Mercy Hospital, Alegent Health
Shft: PRN/On-CallJob Description:Provide evaluation, psychosocial history and diagnostic assessments. Conduct therapy sessions with patient by doing individual, group and significant other counseling and education to assist these individuals in achieving defined treatment goals. Refers and collaborates with other internal and external agencies and significant others having a joint interest in meeting the needs of the client. Reviews cases to assure quality of care and constantly seeks ways to improve internal and external customer satisfaction. Participate in department Quality Improvement activities. Collaborate with consulting physician and treatment team in the formation of comprehensive treatment plans and discharge plans.Experience: PMIC Criteria: Must have at least 1 year of experience as a case manager.Education/Licensure: Bachelors Degree, Mental Health Counseling/Social Work, and must be pursuing a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling/Social Work.
Must hold a current Social Work license in the state in which you provide services. If you provide services in Nebraska then you must hold a current CSW, if you provide services in Iowa then you must hold a current LSW.
Will obtain the following within six (6) months of employment:
Basic Life Support
CPI Certification
Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting (if working in Iowa)Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: The Program Therapist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide therapy appropriate to the age of patients served. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development needs over the lifespan as directed in the departmental
policies, procedures, performance appraisal standards and/ or by competency programs. Must possess strong knowledge of Behavioral Services; knowledge of DSMIV diagnostic criteria and appropriate treatment planning for the various diagnostic categories; basic knowledge of managed care and community services and requirements; ability to process and complete charting tasks in a timely manner; knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards; good communication skills; demonstrates personal traits of a high level of motivation; team orientation; professionalism; trust; and place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect. Willingness to comply with any mandated licensure or certifications.
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