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Clinical Behavioral Health Therapist

UC Health, Lakewood, Colorado, United States

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UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hosp Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs Department:

Behavioral Health Clinicians FTE:

Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift:

Days Pay:

$33.82 - $50.73/hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary: Join our team as a Clinical Behavioral Health Therapist where you will provide essential triage, assessment, and treatment services to patients and families. In this impactful role, you will assist with discharge planning, education, resources, and initiate psychiatric holds as needed. Operate as an independently licensed behavioral health clinician to make a difference in the lives of those you serve. Responsibilities: Conduct individual and group therapy sessions, providing effective counseling techniques tailored to the needs of assigned patients. Interview and assess patients and their support systems, determining necessary services and interventions. Participate in care conferences and case reviews to monitor and evaluate patient progress. Assist with discharge planning, including identifying community resources and referral processes to ensure a smooth transition to community-based care. Utilize effective teaching methods for patient and family education, while also providing training and support for new staff and interns as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field. Current state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or Licensed Addiction Counselor (ACD). Other licensure or certification may be acceptable upon department leadership approval. At UCHealth, We Improve Lives What You'll Do: Provide top-notch, direct patient care in a dynamic behavioral health setting. Embrace a multidisciplinary team approach for exceptional patient outcomes. Mentor and guide new behavioral health team members. Stay current with innovative practices in a fast-paced clinical environment. Ensure quality and safety measures are prioritized at every point of care. We improve lives through learning, healing, and genuine human connection. Join us in making a difference! Incentives & Benefits: Receive a Three Year Incentive Bonus recognizing your contributions to our success. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Participate in a 403(b) plan with employer matching contributions. Access paid time off (PTO) and family medical leave options. Benefit from employer-paid life, short term disability, and long-term disability coverage. Take advantage of education benefits with 100% tuition coverage for qualifying degrees. Join a supportive environment that includes loan repayment assistance for federal student loans. Equal Opportunity Employer:

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