Licensed Inpatient Therapist (Santa Rosa)
Northern California Behavioral Health System
Summary
The Licensed Inpatient Therapist practices sound clinical judgement, professionalism and good clinical practice. Responsible to provide quality Psycho-therapeutic Services for a unit-based caseload of adults and/or adolescents as well as support to other departmental needs. Licensed Inpatient Therapist serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team supporting the organization's treatment program, philosophy and assure the deliverance of quality treatment to patients and their support systems. They are the lead facilitator of the patient's treatment plan and continuously monitor the implementation of active treatment with assigned patients.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Completes initial psychosocial assessment and clinical documentation within 72 hours of patient's admission to the hospital.
- Ensures compliance with all treatment plan requirements including weekly reviews and updates with the patient.
- Consistently documents treatment, interventions, face-to-face contact and collateral information provided to patient in the medical record.
- Facilitates psychoeducation and process groups and follows the hospital schedule promptly, completing individualized group notes.
- Completes all reports for Tarasoff and suspected abuse as legally mandated and consistently informs Social Services Leadership.
- Conducts family sessions for adolescents and for adult patients.
- Completes Release of Information accurately and completely.
- Attends all scheduled Social Services/Clinical meetings, arriving prepared and without need for prompting and in a timely manner.
- Provides training and support to new onboarding therapists and to Associate Therapists when clinically appropriate.
- Will communicate regularly with Social Services leadership regarding any questions, challenges, or clinical training needs as they arise.
- Comply with HIPAA and LPS guidelines.
- Maintains effective working and professional relationships and communications with internal and external partners.
- Consistently carries out above outlined job responsibilities while maintaining appropriate boundaries and professional demeanor.
- Performs related duties, as requested.
- Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.
Position Requirements
Knowledge and Experience:
- Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or closely related field.
- Two years of behavioral health experience and experience working with Severely Mentally Ill and Group Facilitation preferred.
- Current Associate registration for LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC license in good standing with the California BBS, or PsyD in good standing with BOP.
- Current active registration as a Clinical Supervisor or eligibility to complete requirements for CA BBS/BOP Clinical Supervisor within 90 days of hire as requested by Social Services Leadership.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required, or obtained within initial orientation period.
- Verbal de-escalation and physical intervention program as approved by the CNO.
Skills and Abilities:
- Maintains confidentiality of patients at all times.
- Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
- Proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.)
- Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or closely related field.
- Two years of behavioral health experience.
- Experience working with Severely Mentally Ill and Group Facilitation preferred.
- Current Associate registration for LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC license in good standing with the California BBS, or PsyD in good standing with BOP.
- Current active registration as a Clinical Supervisor or eligibility to complete requirements for CA BBS/BOP Clinical Supervisor within 90 days of hire.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required, or obtained within initial orientation period.
- Verbal de-escalation and physical intervention program as approved by the CNO.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Healthcare Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- PTO Plan with Holiday Premium Pay
- Discounted Cafeteria Meal Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
Company overview
Northern California Behavioral Health System (NCBHS) is a leading behavioral healthcare provider operating two state-of-the-art psychiatric hospitals in Northern California. The organization operates Sacramento Behavioral Healthcare Hospital and Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, representing the first new psychiatric hospital construction in Northern California in over 30 years. NCBHS provides comprehensive mental health services including inpatient psychiatric care, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and 24/7 assessment and referral services. Their facilities feature 261 total inpatient beds (144 in Santa Rosa and 117 in Sacramento) and offer specialized treatment for conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders. The organization utilizes a multidisciplinary team approach led by psychiatrists and including licensed therapists, psychiatric nurses, clinical social workers, and mental health counselors. NCBHS operates under Signature Healthcare Services and maintains a strong commitment to person-centered care, innovation in behavioral health service delivery, and community support throughout Northern California.