Master's Level Clinician - Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

Job Summary: Our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) was designed to provide a voluntary daytime treatment option to adolescents that is structured, intensive and medically supervised.

This unique program assists adolescents exhibiting psychiatric symptoms that put their self-care, school functioning and family or interpersonal relationships at risk.

PHP’s goal is to decrease the need for hospitalization and offer a safe environment to learn healthy coping skills without the need for 24-hour inpatient or residential support.

It works closely with the school system, is run by a multidisciplinary team and includes comprehensive services such as individual/family therapy and medication management visits.

This is a cross-functional position often working with Acute Care and Emergency Services to assist with other aspects of essential services - it is imperative that potential Candidates are willing and able to work with other departments when needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilizing a variety of clinical skills to assess, intervene and treat adolescents within the behavioral healthcare field as well as participating in clinical supervision.

• Providing individual, family and group therapy.

• Deftly managing a caseload based on Utilization Management Plan.

• Conducting and documenting client assessments according to best practice standards.

• Developing, reviewing and evaluating custom treatment plans in accordance with guidelines.

• Approaching clinical services to empower clients, show a focus on recovery, listen to client input and educate families.

• Communicating with internal/external providers as well as school systems to ensure continuity of care.

Do you have experience in Video conferences (communication methods)?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * Master’s Degree in related field from an accredited institution = Required

• Two plus years of experience working with adolescents ages 13-17 in a behavioral healthcare setting = Required

• General knowledge of treatment concepts as well as rules/regulations pertaining to the treatment of the mentally ill or those with substance abuse disorders = Required

• Keen eye when assessing client needs and providing direct services = Required

• A “How can I help?” attitude when it comes to working across programs = Required

• Ability to relate to a wide variety of co-workers, clientele, and community agencies = Required

• Accurate, organized and informative record-keeping/reporting skills = Required

• Ability to ensure that all activities are managed according to our policies and procedures = Required

• Spanish Bilingual = Strongly Preferred But Not Required

• Microsoft Office 365 skills (Including Teams/Video Conferencing) and Electronic Medical Records experience = Strongly Preferred

• Staying compliant on all trainings and immunizations = Required

• Ability to pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting (General Information can be found HERE), Drug Screen and Local Criminal Check = Required

Physical Requirements: This position requires a mix of physical activities throughout the workday. Duties involve periods of standing, sitting, and walking, often across various areas of the site. The role also includes tasks that may require bending, reaching, and other physical movements. Candidates must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. A reasonable level of physical stamina and mobility is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.

3.13.1 out of 5 stars United States From $60,000 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Paid time off