Licensed Therapist (LCSW or LMFT)
UHS
Summary
The Heritage Oaks Patient Enrichment Center, more commonly known as the 'HOPE Center,' is a newly constructed, state of the art, 16-bed, Psychiatric Health Facility, serving the acute psychiatric needs of the community in concert with the Sacramento County Department of Health and Human Services.
Job description
The Licensed Therapist/Clinician performs social services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their bio-psychosocial needs while enabling them to access through therapeutic treatment skills achievement of their optimal level of emotional health, including providing basic consultation, teaching, complete specialized clinical social work services for patients/families receiving care, crisis intervention, short-term and long-term family therapy, and providing information and referrals as needed.
- 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.
Qualifications
Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Work or a clinically-related mental health field and LCSW or LMFT.
Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills.
Additional Requirements: Handle with Care training within 90 days of employment and CPR (training provided in-house). May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work or clinically-related mental health field
- LCSW or LMFT license
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a psychiatric health care facility
- Direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills preferred
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Handle with Care training within 90 days of employment
- CPR certification (training provided in-house)
- May be required to work flexible hours and overtime
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Career Development
- 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.