PROGRAM THERAPIST II Child Adolescent Unit PRN

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PROGRAM THERAPIST II Child Adolescent Unit PRN','Part-time','Professional Clinical/Allied Health','9a-8p','9a-8p','0','0','Every Other','Every Other','NEBRASKA-OMAHA-CDC IMMANUEL','','!*! 
 
CHI Health is a regional health network with a unified mission: nurturing the healing ministry of the Church while creating healthier communities. Headquartered in Omaha, the combined organization consists of 15 hospitals, two stand-alone behavioral health facilities and more than 150 employed physician practice locations in Nebraska and southwestern Iowa. More than 12,000 employees comprise the workforce of this network that includes 2,820 licensed beds and serves as the primary teaching partner of Creighton University’s health sciences schools. In fiscal year 2014, the organization provided a combined $149.3 million in quantified community benefit including services for the poor, free clinics, education and research. With locations stretching from Kearney, Neb. to Missouri Valley, Iowa, the health network is the largest in Nebraska and serves residents of Nebraska and southwest Iowa. For more information, visit online at CHIhealth.com.
 
 
NATURE AND SCOPE:
 
The incumbent reports directly to the Manager of the assigned program.  The incumbent works collaboratively with program staff, patients and their families, medical staff, other departments and Healthcare entities.
 
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITES:
 
1.         Provides evaluation, psychosocial history and assessments.
 
2.         Conducts therapy sessions with patient by doing individual, group and family and/or significant other counseling and education to assist these individuals in achieving defined treatment goals.
 
3.         Refers and collaborates with other internal and external agencies and significant others having a joint interest in meeting the needs of the client.
 
4.            Participates in the Alegent Health System and Behavioral Service Line quality initiatives to measurably demonstrate quality clinical outcomes.  Collaborates with patients, families and internal and external customers to ensure excellence in satisfaction with services.
 
5.         Collaborate with consulting physician and treatment team in the formation of comprehensive treatment plans and discharge plans. Serves as a resource specialist for unit staff.
 
6.         Complete assessments, progress notes, group notes and treatment plan updates in accordance with charting policy and procedures
 
7.         Respond to crisis situations and provide crisis intervention to patients in assigned program.
 
8.         Make appropriate referrals in collaboration with the care manager in the discharge planning process for each patient’s follow-up Mental Health/Substance Abuse care.
 
Hours Vary: 9a-5p, 12p-8p, 4 hour and 6 hour shifts available.
Weekend coverage 2 weekends a month 9a-5p. ','!*! 
QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Experience
Preferred:
One year of therapy experience as mastered prepared clinician.
 
 
Education/Licensure – Masters Level
Required:
Master’s Degree, Mental Health Counseling/Social Work
Must have a current license/certification in one of the following areas:
Licensed Mental Heath Practitioner (LMHP) in Nebraska
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Iowa. 
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Iowa
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Iowa
Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Iowa
Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW)
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP)
Licensed Independent Mental Heath Practitioner (LIMHP) in Nebraska
 
 
****License must be held in the state you provide services. 
 
Will obtain the following within six (6) months of employment:
-CPI Certification
-Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting (if working in Iowa)
 
BLS or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire.  Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include the following:  American Red Cross:  CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, American Safety and Health Institute:  CPR, PRO, must say “Professional Level-with AED”, and American Heart Association:  Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers. 
 
 
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
 
The Program Therapist  must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide therapy appropriate to the age of patients served.  The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development needs over the lifespan as directed in the departmental
 policies, procedures, performance appraisal standards and/ or by competency programs.  Must possess strong knowledge of Behavioral Services; knowledge of DSMIV diagnostic criteria and appropriate treatment planning for the various diagnostic categories; basic knowledge of managed care and community services and requirements; ability to process and complete charting tasks in a timely manner; knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards; good communication skills; demonstrates personal traits of a high level of motivation; team orientation; professionalism; trust; and place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect. Willingness to comply with any mandated licensure or certifications.','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','2017-R0142707','CHI Health','PROGRAM THERAPIST II Child Adolescent Unit PRN

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