Therapist job description
Example therapist requirements on a job description
- Master's degree in psychology or related field
- Licensure as a therapist in the state of practice
- Experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, and/or families
- Knowledge of evidence-based therapy techniques
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and ethical standards
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Empathy and understanding towards clients
- Flexibility and adaptability to different client needs
- Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals
Therapist job description example 1
Northpoint therapist job description
· Minimum 1 year experience in relevant field preferred
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
· Excellent critical thinking skills
· Excellent organizational abilities
· Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
· Quickly and effectively identify and resolve problematic situations
· Comfortable analyzing information and dealing with complexity
· Attention to detail and accuracy
· Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner
· Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization
· Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
· Ability to effectively prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS:
- Master’s Degree in Social work or Counseling with licensure or pursuing licensure for LIMHP, LMHP, or LPC, LCSW, LMFT
· Preferred candidates have an LADC certification
- Must maintain current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Must have reasonable ability to stand, walk, sit, handle, feel, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, hear, taste and smell
· Must be able to lift up to 20lbs
· Environment is a forty-four (44) bed residential treatment atmosphere with access to an outside patio. Work environment may include exposure to outside weather conditions
· Exposure to disturbed and potentially aggressive patients is possible. Stress ranges from low to intense depending on the situation
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
· Completion of a tuberculin screening during first week of employment
· Completion of a pre-employment drug screening, post-accident and random for upon reasonable suspicion of use
· Completion of orientation and required paperwork prior to reporting to work
· Demonstrated computer literacy
· Completion of CPR/First Aid Training before hire
· Attendance at all mandatory staff development and training
· Completion of Health and Welfare background check
· Must be vaccinated against COVID-19
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about jobs.
Employees with potential access to protected health information must comply with all procedures and guidelines governed by HIPAA.
Northpoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northpoint is an At-Will employer. Employment may be terminated at any time by employee, or employer with or without notice.
Therapist job description example 2
UF Health Jacksonville therapist job description
UF Health Florida Recovery Center
Gainesville, FL
Open a new chapter of inspired care as a Substance Abuse Therapist at UF Health Florida Recovery Center in Gainesville, Florida.
This part-time opportunity will allow you to serve as an influential member of the FRC interdisciplinary, physician-led team specializing in the evaluation and treatment of individuals with substance use disorders and their families. This role will allow you to:
Manage all aspects of an assigned caseload, including initial and ongoing assessments of clinical needs.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Utilize patient and family engagement strategies.
Anticipate and prevent early withdrawal from treatment.
Foster good long-term recovery outcomes by facilitating continuity of care, including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, level 1 outpatient, phase 4, sober living, engagement in community-based mutual help fellowship, and FRC alumni society affiliation.
Work with referral source and collateral professionals assigned to cases, including referring physicians, social workers, law enforcement and legal representatives.
Develop and provide therapeutic and educational activities utilizing individual, family and group modalities.
Provide on-call coverage on a rotating basis with other therapists.
Ensure patients’ rights are protected, including HIPPA and CFR 42 confidentiality.
Write and send high-quality and timely reports to collateral professionals as authorized by the patient.
Develop and implement comprehensive discharge plans/continuity of care plans in concert with FRC treatment team and collateral professional.
Document patient care in accordance with The Joint Commission, ASAM and hospital standards.
Work with a high degree of professionalism and independence.
Participate productively in individual and group clinical supervision, demonstrating consistent professional growth.
We are seeking Florida-licensed, or eligible, mental health counselors, social workers, psychologists or marriage and family therapists with a master’s or PhD in a mental health-related field and at least one year of postgraduate experience in addiction, substance abuse inpatient or outpatient treatment. Candidates with additional addiction certification are preferred. Recovering professionals with at least three years of continuous sobriety immediately preceding hire are encouraged to apply.
Our Substance Abuse Therapists receive competitive compensation ranging between $25.48 and $35.54/hour (commensurate with experience).
UF Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and a drug-free workplace.
Therapist job description example 3
Tampa General Hospital therapist job description
Facility Profile
TGH is the area's only level I trauma center and one of just two ABA-verified adult & pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters*, we transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to one of the busiest solid organ transplant centers in the country. TGH is a nationally designated comprehensive stroke center, and has a 32-bed Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit. Other outstanding centers include cardiovascular, orthopedics, high-risk and normal obstetrics, urology, ENT, endocrinology, and the Children's Medical Center, which features a nine-bed pediatric intensive care unit and pediatric kidney transplant services. As the region's leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.
Tampa General Hospital was named the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021, and recognized as one of America's Best Hospital's in five medical specialties: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, and Orthopedics. Tampa General Hospital has been designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest recognition for nursing excellence, for the fourth consecutive time - an accomplishment that fewer than one percent of hospitals nationwide have earned. TGH is accredited by The Joint Commission and was awarded disease-specific certification in five medical specialties. TGH is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). *Air transport provided by Metro Aviation, Inc.
Job Summary
Performs therapeutic massage services for Club Members of the TGH Fitness Center members based on individual needs. Offers personalized services while maintaining a positive, helpful and professional approach with all clients. Performs full body massage in the Fitness Center and chair massages in the hospital and offsite locations. Remains knowledgeable of Florida massage law and requirements. Contributes to the success of the TGH Fitness Center by assisting with membership promotions. Reviews and maintains client schedule in Fitness Center software system. Cleans and disinfects equipment and maintains the massage therapy room. Maintains inventory of linens and supplies. Possesses excellent communication and organizational skills. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital.
Qualifications Required Skills
Current CPR/AED certification required. High School diploma required. Current Florida Massage License. Specialty massages may require additional certifications. A minimum experience of 3 years as a licensed massage therapist required. Experience with specialty massages such as cupping, pre-natal, sports and deep tissue preferred.
Primary Location: TampaWork Locations: Family Care Center Westchase 10909 W. Linebaugh Ave, Suite 101 Tampa 33626Job: Rehabilitative ServicesOrganization: TGH - HospitalSchedule: Full-time Shift: Day JobJob Posting: Sep 23, 2022, 4:19:19 PM