Program Therapist - Outpatient

Job Title:

Program Therapist Outpatient

Location:

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine – Worcester, MA

Employment type:

Full Time (Days Shift)

The Program Therapist Outpatient performs social services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their bio psychosocial needs while enabling them to access through therapeutic treatment skills to achieve 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.
• Provide liaison and referral services to community agencies and appear in court when requested or subpoenaed.
• Maintain confidentiality in compliance with professional ethics and facility standards.
• Identify opportunities for the program and participate in performance improvement projects and activities.
• Continue professional development in individual, family, and group therapy and maintain a professional development file.
• Coordinate care and discharge plans with community and SASS agencies when involved in the patient’s care.

• Education:
  
  Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Social Work or a related mental health field.
• Licensure:
  Massachusetts State license in social work or a related mental health field preferred (LCSW, LICSW, or LMHC).
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of two (2) years in a psychiatric health care facility with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; strong clinical assessment skills preferred.
• Additional skills: CPR certification and completion of aggressive behavior management training within 30 days of employment; competency exam upon hire.
• Availability:
  May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Full‑time salary range: $62,400 – $93,600 per year.

• 401(k) with matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid pay and cafeteria on site with discounted meals
• Employee engagement events, assistance program, recognition program
• Free parking

Disclaimer:
Select benefits are available to full‑time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hospital for Behavioral Medicine.

At Hospital for Behavioral Medicine, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by law in the locations where we operate.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.