Behavioral Health Therapist

General Summary of PositionThe AMHC Therapist will be an independently licensed professional. This therapist will be a member of a multidisciplinary team providing service under the direction of the consulting psychiatrist. The primary responsibilities include on going psychosocial assessment and treatment of clients ages 13 and older. Clients who can benefit from psychopharmacological agents are referred to a psychiatrist. With input from the team, the AMHC Therapist will develop, implement and update an individualized plan of care. The primary treatment modalities are group (group therapy, skill building and educational groups) and individual therapy. The therapist will also hold family meetings as need arises.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical: Provides individual, family and group psychotherapy services based on an understanding and integration of various theoretical approaches to human behavior. Participates in ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment. Supervises and monitors patient activities. Assumes case management responsibility for patients. Provides case management on an ongoing basis. Makes referrals as necessary. Facilitates hospitalization and follows patients during stay on unit. Tracks insurance authorization and assists in utilization review. Maintains awareness of resources for patient support. Documents activities and care.

Team: Acts as a departmental and hospital resource through informal leadership and technical expertise. Coaches and/or mentors other employees. Identifies with and encourages team concepts Serves as integral member of the interdisciplinary team, demonstrating an ability to effectively communicate and interact within the team. Participates in the orientation of new staff members, assists with supervision of students and volunteers as needed. Provides AMHC with support for education activities for staff/patients. Participates in various community mental health activities. Consults, and develops partnerships with outside organizations and community professionals.

Development: Maintains current knowledge, certification, and licensure. Identifies learning needs in self and initiates actions to address these education needs.Attends continuing education programs in order to maintain certification. Attends hospital sponsored training programs as required by the department. Completes all mandatory requirements, certifications, and licensure within allotted timeframe for completion (CPR, License, PPD, Competencies, Age Specifics, etc.)

Organizational knowledge: Works effectively within and between departments. Participates on inter-departmental teams and committees, communicating unit knowledge as appropriate. Provides department/unit with information and knowledge acquired during participation with interdepartmental teams and committees. Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff, supervisors, and managers both inside and outside the unit.

Department/Unit Specific Functions and Duties Consistently displays professionalism in interactions with patients and families, staff and physicians. Supports unit by providing coverage when there are shortages.

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Master's degree in Social Work required or related Mental Health/Addictions related field to qualify for LCSW-C LCPC or Master's degree in Nursing, with Clinical Specialty in Psychiatry
  Experience
  • 3-4 years Mental health/addiction experience required
  
  Licenses and Certifications
  • Maryland licensure as APRN, LCSW-C, LMSW, LGPC (Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor), LCPC, RN-CSP or clinical psychologist required
  • CPR Certification required
  
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
  • Basic Computer skills to perform Data entry
  • Computerized clinical information systems: Clinicians View, Chart View.
  • Knowledge of mental illness and chemical dependence and accepted theories of treatment.
  • HIPAA policies on Confidentiality
  • Basic knowledge of mental health laws
  
  Why MedStar Health?
  At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
  
  • Strong emphasis on teamwork-our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
  • Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity-we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
  • Comprehensive total rewards package-including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
  • More career opportunities closer to home-as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
  
  About MedStar Health
  MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
  MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.