Mental Health Therapist- Full time- West Allis at Crestwood Behavioral Health

West Allis, Wisconsin, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Behavioral Health, Mental Health, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Not specified

Responsibilities

Provide social services to patients and their families/significant others
Provide therapeutic treatment services to the individual, group, family, and/or significant others
May provide individual treatment sessions with patients as indicated per the program and patient needs
Provide crisis intervention services as needed and assess for safety daily
Interact with patients, family members, significant others, and referents with respect and dignity
Participate in psychoeducational support sessions with patient/family/significant others
Provide case management and therapeutic interventions to all assigned patients
Serve as patient advocate when a patient has a grievance, following the System policy and procedure
Adhere to materials provided to ensure clinical effectiveness and consistency
Manage patient/family expectations related to services provided
Initiate and maintain contact with referring providers, school, if applicable, and care team for patients
Implement goals and interventions as specific on the Care Plan, within the therapeutic component of the patient’s program
Ensure goals are SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely)
Ensure goals and interventions are patient specific and individualized according to patient diagnoses
Document progress according to the treatment plan
Complete discharge documentation as required and on time
Document the initial discharge plan in the medical record
Document discharge summary
Identify patient’s presenting problem, progress, current status, and treatment recommendations
Contact outpatient provider(s), school, and other stakeholders to discuss aftercare to ensure proper handoff
Report and document suspected cases of physical, sexual abuse, and/or neglect according to the law in the state of employment and according to System policy and procedure
Implement understanding of the System policies and procedures
Implement understanding of the Mandatory Reporting in the state of employment
Provide leadership and guidance in the implementation of clinical interventions
Evaluate the outcome of interdisciplinary interventions and modify the Care Plan accordingly
Assist with the development and evaluation of treatment needs
Participate and/or facilitate interdisciplinary staff meetings
Develop, coordinate, and facilitate all direct social services to patients and their families assigned
Perform duties as directed by their manager
May include duties of cognitive behavioral therapies in addition to social services, as per program description

Skills

crisis intervention

case management

therapeutic interventions

group therapy

family therapy

psychoeducational support

patient advocacy

SMART goals

clinical documentation

Crestwood Behavioral Health

Provides tailored mental health services in California

About Crestwood Behavioral Health

Crestwood Behavioral Health, known for its tailored mental health services throughout California, cultivates a supportive and adaptive work environment. The company is distinguished by its accreditation from CARF, underscoring its commitment to maintaining high standards in mental health care and flexibility in addressing diverse needs. Working at Crest sheath offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful, recovery-oriented work in a growing field, ensuring personal and professional growth.

520 Capitol Mall #800, Sacramento, CA 95814, USAHeadquarters

1968Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

501-1,000Employees