Job Description

Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and behavioral disorders.  Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan. Conduct individual, group or family sessions as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient. Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed, revising as necessary. Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards and revising as indicated by facility or professional standard. Maintain a caseload as assigned. Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient, as appropriate to their treatment plan. May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.  May perform case management, discharge or after care planning as needed.  Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize the patient safety is a top priority. 

Other Functions: 

The Therapist will serve as the Group Facilitator responsible for facilitating group therapy and will participate in de-escalation or crisis intervention when necessary.  Perform other functions and task as assigned.

Education:

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services field required.  One or more years' experience working in comparable patient population required.

License:

Requisite state or national licensure for professional therapy providers or eligible for state licensure as a professional therapy provider.  Associate Marriage and Family Therapist registered with CA BBS or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Associate Social Worker registered with CA BBS or Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

CPR and de-escalation/restrain certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility.  First aid may be required based on state or facility. 

 

 

COMPENSATION

Compensation for roles at San Jose Behavioral Health varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, San Jose Behavioral Health provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.

SJBH Range = $33.00/hour - $50.00/hour - DOE