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• We serve faithfully by doing what’s right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The Psychotherapist 2 will provide psychotherapy and counseling to individuals and families, including group sessions. They assist in assessing the psychotherapeutic needs of referred patients. This position will develop and implement strategies for patient care, including new care models. It will foster key relationships to improve quality care and patient satisfaction. The role oversees the Embedding Mental Health Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Masters’
• EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience

• Develops and monitors Psychotherapy metrics and goals, and aligns to system goals, across the region.
• Serves as the lead Psychotherapist, assisting with daily operations, staffing, and program development through mentoring, counseling, and training personnel. Oversees interns for the Psychotherapy clinic. Oversees the Embedding Mental Health Program, serving as a resource and liaison. Reviews patient charts and notes to ensure standardized care.
• Reviews and evaluates senior staff orders and patient medical records. Performs diagnostic assessments to establish required psychotherapeutic treatment. Evaluates treatment efficiency and patient progress to help establish or revise treatment specifics.
• Performs all duties of a staff Psychotherapist by providing psychotherapy and counseling to applicants and their families. This includes group modalities and using psychotherapeutic techniques consistent with the physician’s prescriptions, directions, and goals for the patient’s benefit. Provides emergency intervention and assessment as required. Utilizes proper tools and techniques to select and perform evaluation tests and measurements. This leads to correct diagnosis and treatment of the patient’s problems or progress while maintaining professional standards.
• Provides patient orientation on department policies for treatment, cancellations, and no-shows. Monitors patient cancellations and fills vacant appointment times from the cancellation list. Enforces no-show policy with patients according to their station. Contributes to teaching activities as assigned.
• Maintains effective communication, and coordinates with supervisors and other patient caregivers regarding patient care choices.
• Fulfills continuing education or certification requirements to maintain qualifications. Takes responsibility to understand and complete professional and technical requirements. Provides the necessary documentation on these requirements.