Clinical Therapist (Licensed or Resident/Supervisee) - PRN
UHS
Summary
Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is located in Staunton, Virginia. We provide trauma-informed psychiatric residential treatment to adolescent males who are experiencing complex emotional, behavioral, and educational difficulties. Our programs are specifically designed for youth with psychiatric disorders and co-occurring intellectual disabilities. We also specialize in working with young men who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. We are a 42-bed facility with a program that prepares young men for return to a home, a less restrictive environment, or to independent living.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Plans and administers therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and stress management therapy to assist residents in developing/displaying appropriate behaviors
- Changes method and degree of therapy when indicated by resident reactions/needs
- Discusses progress toward goals with residents or families of residents such as medication regiment, family relationships, educational programs, social development, discharge plans, and other behavioral problems
- Consults with psychiatrist or other specialists concerning treatment plans and amends plans as required
- Maintains regular contacts with other agencies/professionals regarding client progress in the therapeutic treatment program through phone calls, letters, and/or monthly reporting
- Develops and implements appropriate discharge planning with resident, family, and placing agency
- Develops and maintains positive relationship with external customers, families, residents and employees
- Ability to assess treatment goals and write goal-directed, individualized treatment plans, as well as the ability to monitor and document individual behavior patterns and modify treatment plans to meet changing treatment goals
- Demonstrate an understanding of the therapeutic process and commitment to help the youth achieve their treatment goals
- Have strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage difficult client discussions
Qualifications, Education, & Experience
- Must be licensed (LPC, LCSW, etc.) or license eligible in Virginia
- Able to work with young males ages 12-17, who are developmentally delayed, diagnosed with ASD, and experiencing significant psychiatric and behavioral symptoms
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Have a minimum of a Master's Degree in a Human Services field (i.e. Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education)
- At least one year of recent experience with appropriate population preferred
- Able to assist in management of aggressive behavior
- Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care restraint training, Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training, and facility-approved First Aid/CPR/AED training (all may be obtained during new employee orientation)
Requirements
- Must be licensed (LPC, LCSW, etc.) or license eligible in Virginia
- Able to work with young males ages 12-17, who are developmentally delayed, diagnosed with ASD, and experiencing significant psychiatric and behavioral symptoms
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Have a minimum of a Master's Degree in a Human Services field (i.e. Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education)
- At least one year of recent experience with appropriate population preferred
- Able to assist in management of aggressive behavior
- Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care restraint training, Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training, and facility-approved First Aid/CPR/AED training (all may be obtained during new employee orientation)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Free Meals
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.