Clinical Therapist
UHS
Summary
The Clinical Therapist will oversee the therapeutic services provided to a caseload of residents. This individual will act as the treatment plan coordinator for the multi-disciplinary team in the development and implementation of the master treatment plan and the discharge plan for each resident. They will provide individual, group and family therapy for assigned residents at Hermitage Hall as required by contractual and licensure obligations. They will also participate in subsequent treatment planning, risk management assessment and aftercare / discharge planning. They will actively communicate with staff, treatment teams, and outside agencies on treatment and safety issues pertaining to residents and their family members / caregivers / placement options.
Job description
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Demonstrates skill in counseling, interviewing, and assisting residents during individual sessions
- Demonstrates group therapy skills
- Demonstrates ability to engage families as evident by active participation and establishing mutual goals
- Does everything within the therapist’s control to be successful in discharging residents by projected discharge date
- Schedules and conducts individual therapy with each resident
- Plans and leads therapy group as scheduled by the program
- Conducts family therapy, as indicated in treatment planning and contract requirements, until resident is discharged from residential treatment
- Demonstrates understanding of human sexuality and sex offender dynamics, as well as skill in discussing sexual issues with residents without embarrassment
- Develops a therapeutic relationship (empathic, caring, supportive) with each resident while maintaining role as an appropriate authority figure
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in the social services field required
- Minimum of two years experience working with emotionally disturbed individuals in a residential juvenile sex offender setting, preferred
- Knowledge and experience in leading process groups, individual, and family therapy preferred
- Knowledge of risk assessment, community reintegration, family therapy, family education and family needs assessment preferred
- Experience in treatment planning preferred
- Training or familiarity with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma-informed care preferred
- Must have ability to communicate positively and effectively with residents, families, staff and outside agencies
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team with regard to time management, timeliness, paperwork / documentation requirements and specific job duties
- Licensed, or license-eligible, (supervision provided) by the State of Tennessee in the mental health field, such as LPC, LPE, LCSW, LMFT etc. and actively seeking licensure track
- This role requires a full background check including fingerprint, drug screen, and employment verification
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Free Meals
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.