Eating Disorder Therapist
UHS
Summary
Heritage Oaks Hospital - Branches Outpatient department is looking for a Therapist that specializes in eating disorders to join our team!
Job description
The therapist is a master’s level professional therapist (LCSW/LMFT) who assesses, diagnoses, and treats Branches Outpatient clients struggling with an eating disorder and its comorbidities. Using evidence-based talk therapies, they develop individualized treatment plans, conduct individual and family sessions, and plan and lead group sessions. The Therapist serves as each admitted patient’s treatment team leader, collaborating with providers of other disciplines and departments to treat the whole person. They are also able to provide supervision for associate level therapists and master student interns.
- Formulate and conduct educational, therapeutic, and/or support groups.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, health care team members and community providers regarding patient status and progress.
- Interact and communicate with community agencies in assessment of and service to patients.
- Provide liaison and referral services to community agencies and appears in court when requested or subpoenaed.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy, or related discipline.
- Two (2) years of experience preferred in eating disorders, minimum of one (1) years of experience required.
- Preferred experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; must have strong clinical assessment skills.
- Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences required (LCSW/LMFT).
- CPR required.
- Handle With Care training within 30 days of employment and prior to assisting in a restraining procedure.
- Must be able to pass a department competency exam upon hire.
- May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities
- Education Assistance
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.