Therapy Aide (Bachelor Level) - Outpatient - PRN
UHS
Summary
The Therapy Aide performs counseling and social services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their biopsychosocial needs while enabling them to access through therapeutic treatment skills to achieve their optimal level of emotional health, teaching, complete specialized clinical services for patients/families receiving care, crisis intervention, and providing information and referrals as needed. May train as back-up Court Liaison in Therapy Department.
Job description
Schedule
As needed, 8am to 5pm, weekdays.
Qualifications
- Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, in Counseling or a clinical related mental health field.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in related disciplines with behavioral health hospital experience strongly preferred.
- Handle with Care and Verbal De-Escalation training within 30 days of appointment and prior to assisting in a restraining procedure.
- CPR Certification. Certification may be obtained during new hire orientation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Counseling or a clinical related mental health field from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in related disciplines
- Behavioral health hospital experience strongly preferred
- Handle with Care and Verbal De-Escalation training within 30 days of appointment
- CPR Certification (may be obtained during new hire orientation)
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Career 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.