Psychiatric Therapist Inpatient

• Licensed (PT
• 0.4 FTE, Day Shift)
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MT:

Bozeman:

Deaconess Hospital | Behavioral & Mental Health | Part Time Posted today Apply Save Description Working at Bozeman Health is more than just a job

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Summary:

The Licensed Therapist works within a multidisciplinary team to provide services to patients in an acute adult inpatient behavioral health setting. This position joins with other members of the team to stabilize patients in a mental health crisis. The Therapist provides comprehensive clinical social work services, such as therapy (individual, group, and family), discharge planning, case management, care coordination, psychoeducation, and crisis intervention. This position seeks to address the psychosocial needs of the patients and their families in order for a safe return to the community upon discharge from the inpatient unit. This position is for a fully licensed therapist within the state of Montana.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field Licensed (LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT) or licensure eligible in Montana Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred:

One (1) year of experience in the health care field Relevant certifications

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must maintain timely completion of all required education, trainings, and certifications as assigned and in accordance with Bozeman Health policies, department-specific requirements, applicable certification program and registry requirements, and other applicable regulatory requirements. Support the mental and physical health care of patients on the adult Behavioral Health Unit. Coordinate care closely with the patient's interdisciplinary care team. Provide screening, assessments, and brief intervention for patients and families who require therapy and/or case management services in a timely manner. Provide individual, family, and group therapy for patients on the unit as well as crisis intervention when needed. Document and maintain appropriate clinical documentation. Contribute to the interdisciplinary treatment plan for each patient and integrate social work plan into overall care plan. Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications. Coordinate and implement discharge/transitional planning activities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Coordinate with referral agencies as indicated to ensure services are in place before discharge. Provide or facilitate referrals to evidence-based therapeutic treatments as well as to social services to address any treatment barriers (housing assistance, vocational rehabilitation, mental health specialty care, substance abuse treatment, etc.) as clinically indicated. Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrate sound judgment, patience, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times Exercise tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality Perform essential job functions successfully in a fast-paced environment Learn current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines Demonstrate the Bozeman Health SPIRIT values of: Service, People, Integrity, Respect, Improvement, and Teamwork.

Schedule Requirements:

This role requires regular and sustained attendance. The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts. On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting (Repeatedly

• 50 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.

Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain. Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain. Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination. Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms. Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints. Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability. Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward. Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling. Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials. Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow. Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

Frequency Key:

Continuously (100%

• 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66%
• 33% of the time), Occasionally (32%
• 4% of the time), Rarely (3%
• 1% of the time), Never (0%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified. Apply Save Selected Report Fields Add to Existing Report Create New Report