Licensed Therapist- Full Time (Outpatient)
UHS
Summary
River Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented Social Worker/Therapist for our IOP/PHP Therapy Program - Full Time.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
River Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented Social Worker/Therapist for our IOP/PHP Therapy Program - Full Time.
- Provide clinical social work expertise to hospital wide programs
- Deliver social services in assigned areas according to patient needs
- Adhere to standards of patient quality care
- Work as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team within guidelines set by the IOP Program and Director
Requirements
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health field required
- Current certification or licensure by the State of Louisiana (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) or under supervision pursuing licensure for LCSW, LPC, or LMFT
- Two years post graduate work experience in mental health or related field preferred
- Two years direct practice experience and/or clinical training specific to individual, family and group therapy
- Good clinical skills to assess dynamics accurately and develop effective treatment strategies
- Good analytical ability to evaluate information reported by all members of the treatment team
- Communication and teamwork abilities to support clinicians, nurses and utilization review colleagues
- Working knowledge of identifying appropriate referral resources within the community
- Organizational skills to engage in case management, including discharge planning
- A minimum of one year experience in discharge planning, clinical case management or a similar position in a community based agency setting
- Experience with performing utilization reviews
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and development opportunities
- Competitive Compensation
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.