Therapist; Licensed

Therapist Position at Valley Behavioral Health

Valley Behavioral Health is seeking a dynamic Therapist to work in a group therapy setting. The Licensed Program Therapist completes biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and leads psychotherapy groups. The Program Therapist is responsible for having a thorough understanding of the patient's baseline behaviors, current presentation and future goals in treatment through communication with the treatment team. The Program Therapist advocates for the patient's access to services during treatment, coordination of care with family, community, outpatient providers, and inpatient team meetings with individual physician contact.

The Program Therapist will carry an assigned caseload. The Program Therapist works closely with UR department throughout the patient's stay. As needed, the Program Therapist assists in coordination of care to lower level treatment interventions and assists the treatment team in understanding the barriers to discharge planning.

Location:

3550 East Pinchot Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

Additional Information:
Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Tuition Reimbursement May be required to work overtime and flexible hours

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Counseling, Social Work, or a clinical related mental health field.
• Experience:
  
  A minimum of one (1) years' experience in behavioral health, with direct experience in family, group, and individual therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; strong clinical assessment skills preferred.
• License:
  Program Therapist must possess an Arizona State license in counseling, social work, or clinical related mental health field (LAC, LPC, LMSW, or LCSW). Other licensure to be evaluated as needed.
• Additional Requirements:
  
  CPR certification and management of aggressive behavior (HWC) training within 30 days of employment and prior to assisting in a restraining procedure. May be required to work flexible hours.