PRN position: MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

City:  FALLS CHURCH Type:  PRN Facility:  INOVA FAIRFAX HOSPITAL Shift:  Day Department:  110640-Inova Fairfax Hospital-PSYCHIATRY Schedule:  Days Vary Job Grade:  N20 Hours Per Pay Period:  0.00 Req #:  11-12553

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Job Description:

Provides individual counseling and develops, implements and conducts daily groups incorporating a variety of therapeutic modalities in order to provide effective treatment interventions to facilitate achievement of individual focused outcomes.  Documents assessments, interventions, recommendations and progress in the medical record to provide concise and accurate clinical information.  Assess clinical needs of the patients and assist in developing therapeutic interventions in collaboration with the multidisciplinary treatment team to support achievement of individual patient focused outcomes under the supervision of a registered nurse who provides written and/or oral assignments and direction.  Demonstrates knowledge, competency and skills necessary to meet the clinical needs of psychiatric patients.  Maintains and inventories supplies and safety of the environment in order to support the achievement of individual patient outcomes in a secure environment

Job & Education Requirements:

3-4 years to include practicum placement and paid experience in a mental health setting. Preferred: 5-7 years of experience in practicum setting and paid experience. Masters Degree in Behavioral Science (i.e. Art Therapy,Psychology, Counseling, Social Work) or Bachelors Degree with at least 8 years of experience.

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