Family Therapist

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine (HBM) specializes in mental health treatment. Our 120-bed facility is equipped with the latest safety features designed to provide patients with a comfortable environment to receive therapeutic care. Situated in Worcester County, Hospital for Behavioral Medicine is the newest mental health facility of its kind in the state of Massachusetts and is a joint venture between HBM and UMass Memorial Health Care. A short drive from the UMass Memorial Medical Center, HBM is designed to serve members of the community both near and far.

To learn more about Hospital for Behavioral Medicine, please visit:https://www.hospitalforbehavioralmedicine.com/

If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and want to make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today!

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine offers competitive rates and benefits including:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Sign-On Bonus Eligibility:

• $6,000: Master's Prepared Candidates
• $10,000: LMFT Candidates

Responsibilities

• The Adolescent and Family Therapist provides direct care for patients and their families under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services
• Provide clinical care and case management in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of the Hospital for Behavioral Medicine and other regulatory agencies
• Conduct psychosocial assessments, participate in treatment planning, utilization review, and discharge planning
• Conduct group and family therapy
• Conduct risk assessments and crisis management
• Manage cases for primarily the adolescent population with an expectation of some coverage in the adult programs utilizing Family Based Treatment (FBT) methods
• Collaborate with referral sources and outpatient providers
• Work to ensure that all required documentation is completed in a timely and professional manner, while complying with all regulatory standards
• Work collaboratively with the treatment team throughout the Hospital for Behavioral Medicine’s continuum of care

Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field

Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience providing direct clinical care in a mental health setting and a minimum of 1 years' experience working with families in a mental health setting.

License: Massachusetts State license in Marriage and Family Therapy preferred. (LMFT).

Additional Requirements: CPR certification and management of aggressive behavior training within 30 days of employment prior to assisting in a restraining procedure. Must be able to pass a competency exam for the area upon hire. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Qualifications: 

• Must have strong clinical, organizational and communication skills
• Must possess knowledge of psychiatric group process, therapeutic relationships processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting and behavior/crisis management
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize independently
• Ability to multi-task in a changing and fast paced mental health environment
• Ability to work in a highly collaborate, team environment
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing