Company Description Discovery Behavioral Health (DBH) is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating disorders, mental health, and substance use and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve. Since 1997, Discovery Mood and Anxiety Programs, DBH’s Mental Health Disorder Division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options. Compensation range is from $67,724 to $90,000 depending on education, experience and licensure status. This is a full time position working M-Th 9am-7pm or Tues-Fr 9am-7pm Our Offer to You We are dedicated to empowering our clinicians with their professional and personal development by providing: Our Offer to You 401(k) Healthcare benefits Vacation and sick days Employee referral program Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc. Resources to obtain certification in EMDR, CBT Trauma Focused therapies Support for pursuing multi-state licensure Continuing Education (CE) programs and training Supervision hours Networking opportunities and development of professional relations Weekly training opportunities Advancement opportunities within the organization Job Description The Therapist works in a dynamic multidisciplinary team providing treatment services according to the Discovery Clinical Model. Therapist responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, providing milieu interventions, leading psychoeducational and process-oriented therapy groups, facilitate clinical assessments, conduct individual and family therapy sessions, and other case management tasks, as assigned. Responsibilities: Ensures clinical documentation is completed timely throughout the course of treatment and meets clinical quality standards outlined in policies. Completes and responds to documentation requirements and timelines to ensure compliance with the monthly medical record review, per the Medical Record Review Policy. Establish therapeutic rapport with patients and families/loved ones. Carries a case load of 5-6 patients in RTC and 10-15 in OP. Facilitates admission assessments and the admission process for new patients with professionalism, courtesy, and a welcoming attitude. Understands role in providing expeditious access to care for individuals seeking services. Participates in weekly treatment team and communicates weekly treatment goals with all team members. Completes appropriate number of therapy sessions weekly for patients, including family/support system sessions aligned with the patients’ level of care. Facilitates process orientated and psychoeducation groups one to two times, daily in RTC and 2-4 times daily in OP. Required to sit at a meal and/or snack a minimum of once per week. Facilitates multi-family groups, family program, and/or family weekend. Provides utilization reviews to insurance companies, providing appropriate clinical information to obtain initial authorization and continuing stay authorization, as necessary. Is appropriately accessible to family members or loved ones. Returning all calls and emails within 2 hours during business hours of operations and 24-48 hours all other times. Assesses patients for suicidality and possibility of danger to self or others. May provide additional clinical support for other members of the clinical team in their absence. Communicates with the Utilization Review Department and Business Department regarding authorization and payment. Begins discharge planning on day of admission for all patients. Completes discharge session with patient to ensure coping skills, transition plan, and resources are understood and intact. Ensures discharge appointments are confirmed with patient and loved ones prior to discharge. Communicates with referral sources and outpatient providers for continuity of care upon admission, midpoint, and discharge. Facilitates patient transfers to higher level of care, as needed. Actively participates in clinical outreach and program tours, as needed. Effectively manages crises in sessions and the milieu. Provides support to milieu staff in their interactions with patients and their loved ones. Works collaboratively with the entire treatment team and milieu staff to always ensure the highest level of clinical quality. Completes other tasks, as requested, or assigned. RTC Only: Provides on-call support to facility at least 1x per month and returns all program phone calls within 20 minutes, while on call. Communicates appropriately with On Call Administrator or Regional Director regarding pertinent facility issues, while on call. For a virtual tour of the facility, please visit our website at discoverymood.com Qualifications Master’s or Doctorate degree in relevant field, required Completion of state requirements and state license to conduct therapeutic interventions required Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire Obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire Must possess a current driver’s license and be in good standing Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Apply anyway To provide truly innovative care, we need to have a diverse team around us. That’s why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above, we’d be happy to consider your application. Additional Information We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/ DMAP123 Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.