Staff therapist job description
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Example staff therapist requirements on a job description
Staff therapist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in staff therapist job postings.
Sample staff therapist requirements
- Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or related field
- Licensed as a therapist in the state of practice
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a mental health setting
- Experience conducting individual and group therapy
- Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and treatment modalities
Sample required staff therapist soft skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Empathetic and non-judgmental approach to therapy
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing clinical situations
- Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and experiences
Staff therapist job description example 1
Aspire Health staff therapist job description
WE SERVE ALL. WE HIRE ALL. WE ACCEPT ALL.
Now interviewing for a Licensed Therapist
Up to a $2,000 Hiring Bonus
Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive "whole health" services including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services and programs addressing the social determinants of health such as housing and employment. Aspire has health centers in five Central Indiana counties serving Hoosiers of all ages and walks of life.
Position Summary
This full-time Licensed Therapist position will provide outpatient, individual, and group therapy services to adults at our Noblesville Outpatient Office. Duties include, but are not limited to: evaluations/assessments, treatment plans, crisis intervention/emergency services, individual and group therapy/counseling services and substance abuse treatment.
Education/Experience/Requirements
+ Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related field from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education required
+ Two (2) years' experience in a clinical setting working with a variety of populations required
+ Community Mental Health experience highly preferred
+ Knowledge of social service systems, community resources, legal systems and child welfare systems highly preferred
Licensure
+ Must be recognized as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) by the State of Indiana
+ Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC) license, a plus
Learn more about us at Aspireindiana.org, and see our Core Values, benefits and current job listings on our Careers page. Or check out our Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube pages.
Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees.
All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and required to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.
Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
External Company Name: Aspire Indiana Health, Inc.
Street: 2020 Brown Street
Now interviewing for a Licensed Therapist
Up to a $2,000 Hiring Bonus
Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive "whole health" services including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services and programs addressing the social determinants of health such as housing and employment. Aspire has health centers in five Central Indiana counties serving Hoosiers of all ages and walks of life.
Position Summary
This full-time Licensed Therapist position will provide outpatient, individual, and group therapy services to adults at our Noblesville Outpatient Office. Duties include, but are not limited to: evaluations/assessments, treatment plans, crisis intervention/emergency services, individual and group therapy/counseling services and substance abuse treatment.
Education/Experience/Requirements
+ Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related field from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education required
+ Two (2) years' experience in a clinical setting working with a variety of populations required
+ Community Mental Health experience highly preferred
+ Knowledge of social service systems, community resources, legal systems and child welfare systems highly preferred
Licensure
+ Must be recognized as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) by the State of Indiana
+ Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC) license, a plus
Learn more about us at Aspireindiana.org, and see our Core Values, benefits and current job listings on our Careers page. Or check out our Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube pages.
Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees.
All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and required to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.
Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
External Company Name: Aspire Indiana Health, Inc.
Street: 2020 Brown Street
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Staff therapist job description example 2
Haven Behavioral Healthcare staff therapist job description
Haven Behavioral Hospital of Frisco is an 70 bed acute-care Joint Commission Accredited psychiatric hospital that offers a full continuum of care for anyone dealing with mental health and substance abuse issues, from adolescents to seniors. We are dedicated to partnering with individuals, families, and communities to improve the lives of patients through the delivery of high-quality, specialty behavioral health services.
Why Haven
- A small family like environment where focus is on patient outcomes.
- Dedicated, passionate leaders who are hands-on and accessible.
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
Position Summary
- Assesses and evaluates assigned patients.
- Conducts individual, family, and/or group therapy.
- Functions as the primary contact for treatment and discharge planning.
- Promotes implementation of therapeutic milieu and daily program schedule.
- Maintains a safe and efficient working and treatment environment per facility policies and procedures.
- Communicates effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is provided to all patients.
Education: Master's Degree in Behavioral Health field
Certifications/Licenses: Full clinical licensure preferred. CPI/CPR per policy.
Preferred Experience:
- Two years of experience working with clinical multidisciplinary teams.
- Two years of staff therapy work experience with at least one year experience working with behavioral health populations in an acute care setting.
- Clinical training in evidenced-based treatment modalities including individual, group and family interventions
Haven Behavioral Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
As mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) all employees and regular contractors of Haven Behavioral Hospital of Frisco are required to obtain the COVID-19 Vaccine or receive approval for an exception prior to date of hire.
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Staff therapist job description example 3
La Rabida Children's Hospital staff therapist job description
Who we are:
La Rabida Children's Hospital is the only hospital of its kind in Chicago. We specialize in treatment of chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities, abuse and trauma. La Rabida provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary health services to children across a continuum of care, serving as a model for family-centered care.
La Rabida is a very special place. Triumphs occur here. Children overcome odds and excel beyond hope. This is where those who serve gain more than they give. La Rabida offers rewarding job opportunities across a wide array of clinical, administrative and support service functions.
Our lakefront location is spectacular. If you're ready to work for an organization where caring is a way of life, you've come to the right place.
Job Summary:
* Functions in an independent and professional manner to provide high-quality psychological services to inpatients, outpatients and their families.
* Has expertise and training in a wide variety of psychometric and psychodiagnostic techniques. Administers psychological and psychoeducational tests, formulates reports and treatment plans.
* Conducts clinical evaluations of children and families and initiates the interpretation of results to medical, nursing, and Pediatric Psychology staff. Based on the psychological evaluation, clinical interview(s), and other data, develops a comprehensive treatment plan.
* Applies knowledge and expertise of a wide variety of psychotherapeutic techniques to assist children, adolescents, and their families cope adaptively with the impact of medical conditions. This includes the wide range of general pediatric behavioral problems (child-clinical) such as attention disorders, learning and school problems, behavioral problems, among others. Psychotherapeutic techniques may include, but are not limited to, individual psychotherapy, behavior modification techniques, pediatric interventions, family therapy, group therapy and crisis intervention.
* Responsible for case management of patients so that appropriate psychological and psychosocial services are delivered within the hospital and/or via community resources. Maintains follow-up contact with the patient, the family and other agencies to assure that the required and recommended services are obtained by the patient and/or the family.
* Provides consultation/liaison services and follow-up care to inpatients.
* Consults and collaborates with the multidisciplinary health care team to ensure psychological services are integrated into patient's treatment.
* May be required to develop and implement specific diagnostic programs and/or treatment programs ("clinics") for specific patient populations (e.g., incontinence, pain management).
* Provides psychotherapy services to the general pediatric population having a wide variety of presenting symptoms such as behavioral problems, school and learning problems, attention problems, etc.
* Provides pain management services for a wide variety of children including children having sickle cell disease, JRA, among others.
* Provides psychological services to children who have suffered burns. Collaborates in their care with other health care professionals.
* Takes an active role in new program development to provide innovative care to children served by La Rabida Children's Hospital
* Serves on hospital and Behavioral Sciences Department committees as needed or assigned.
* Provides supervision to psychology interns and post-doctoral fellows (when licensed in Illinois).
* Plays an active role in the recruitment of trainees (interns and post-doctoral fellows).
* Serves as a member of the Behavioral Sciences Department training committee.
* May be involved in education and training programs for other students and staff members, both inside and outside of the Division of Behavioral Health.
* Conducts in-service training and educational seminars for hospital staff, parents and/or community agencies as required.
Job Requirements:
What we need from you:
* Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical (child or pediatric) Psychology required.
* APA internship in child or pediatric psychology and must have training/experience in pediatric health psychology required.
* Experience working with children in a medical setting, part of a multidisciplinary medical team, a pediatric psychology fellowship, training in neuropsychological assessment, training in operant and cognitive behavioral techniques, experience with child abuse victims, chronically ill children, supervisory experience and a strong research background are highly desirable.
* Current Illinois Registration/licensure in Clinical Psychology or eligible and able to attain within 90 days of hire.
* CPR required: Only certifications issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross will be accepted.
Conditions of Employment Required to demonstrate full vaccination status for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized or FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine; OR Qualify for a reasonable accommodation for an exemption from vaccine requirements based on a medical disability or because of a sincerely held religious belief. Additional information and instructions regarding how to request a reasonable accommodation will be provided on request at the time of selection.
What you will receive:
* Competitive Salary
* Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
* Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and Accident Insurance
* Retirement Plan - plan for your future and life after La Rabida with our customized 403b plan with generous matching
* Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - we make sure employees have the time they need to recharge and be the best versions of themselves!
* Tuition Reimbursement - looking to continue your education toward a Bachelor's or Master's Degree.
La Rabida Children's Hospital is the only hospital of its kind in Chicago. We specialize in treatment of chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities, abuse and trauma. La Rabida provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary health services to children across a continuum of care, serving as a model for family-centered care.
La Rabida is a very special place. Triumphs occur here. Children overcome odds and excel beyond hope. This is where those who serve gain more than they give. La Rabida offers rewarding job opportunities across a wide array of clinical, administrative and support service functions.
Our lakefront location is spectacular. If you're ready to work for an organization where caring is a way of life, you've come to the right place.
Job Summary:
* Functions in an independent and professional manner to provide high-quality psychological services to inpatients, outpatients and their families.
* Has expertise and training in a wide variety of psychometric and psychodiagnostic techniques. Administers psychological and psychoeducational tests, formulates reports and treatment plans.
* Conducts clinical evaluations of children and families and initiates the interpretation of results to medical, nursing, and Pediatric Psychology staff. Based on the psychological evaluation, clinical interview(s), and other data, develops a comprehensive treatment plan.
* Applies knowledge and expertise of a wide variety of psychotherapeutic techniques to assist children, adolescents, and their families cope adaptively with the impact of medical conditions. This includes the wide range of general pediatric behavioral problems (child-clinical) such as attention disorders, learning and school problems, behavioral problems, among others. Psychotherapeutic techniques may include, but are not limited to, individual psychotherapy, behavior modification techniques, pediatric interventions, family therapy, group therapy and crisis intervention.
* Responsible for case management of patients so that appropriate psychological and psychosocial services are delivered within the hospital and/or via community resources. Maintains follow-up contact with the patient, the family and other agencies to assure that the required and recommended services are obtained by the patient and/or the family.
* Provides consultation/liaison services and follow-up care to inpatients.
* Consults and collaborates with the multidisciplinary health care team to ensure psychological services are integrated into patient's treatment.
* May be required to develop and implement specific diagnostic programs and/or treatment programs ("clinics") for specific patient populations (e.g., incontinence, pain management).
* Provides psychotherapy services to the general pediatric population having a wide variety of presenting symptoms such as behavioral problems, school and learning problems, attention problems, etc.
* Provides pain management services for a wide variety of children including children having sickle cell disease, JRA, among others.
* Provides psychological services to children who have suffered burns. Collaborates in their care with other health care professionals.
* Takes an active role in new program development to provide innovative care to children served by La Rabida Children's Hospital
* Serves on hospital and Behavioral Sciences Department committees as needed or assigned.
* Provides supervision to psychology interns and post-doctoral fellows (when licensed in Illinois).
* Plays an active role in the recruitment of trainees (interns and post-doctoral fellows).
* Serves as a member of the Behavioral Sciences Department training committee.
* May be involved in education and training programs for other students and staff members, both inside and outside of the Division of Behavioral Health.
* Conducts in-service training and educational seminars for hospital staff, parents and/or community agencies as required.
Job Requirements:
What we need from you:
* Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical (child or pediatric) Psychology required.
* APA internship in child or pediatric psychology and must have training/experience in pediatric health psychology required.
* Experience working with children in a medical setting, part of a multidisciplinary medical team, a pediatric psychology fellowship, training in neuropsychological assessment, training in operant and cognitive behavioral techniques, experience with child abuse victims, chronically ill children, supervisory experience and a strong research background are highly desirable.
* Current Illinois Registration/licensure in Clinical Psychology or eligible and able to attain within 90 days of hire.
* CPR required: Only certifications issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross will be accepted.
Conditions of Employment Required to demonstrate full vaccination status for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized or FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine; OR Qualify for a reasonable accommodation for an exemption from vaccine requirements based on a medical disability or because of a sincerely held religious belief. Additional information and instructions regarding how to request a reasonable accommodation will be provided on request at the time of selection.
What you will receive:
* Competitive Salary
* Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
* Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and Accident Insurance
* Retirement Plan - plan for your future and life after La Rabida with our customized 403b plan with generous matching
* Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - we make sure employees have the time they need to recharge and be the best versions of themselves!
* Tuition Reimbursement - looking to continue your education toward a Bachelor's or Master's Degree.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024