Mental Health Therapist

Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Responsibilities

The incumbent reports directly to the Manager - Outpatient Clinics.  In addition, the incumbent works collaboratively with all staff in Behavioral Services, as well as other departments within the system and external customers. The incumbent will provide mental health clinical services including evaluations, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions and discharge planning for CHI Health Psychiatric Associates patients. The Independent Mental Health Therapist will provide expertise and leadership in the development of clinical functions within the mental health treatment setting.

$2,500 annual CEU benefit plus uncapped productivity bonuses

• Evaluates and assesses the bio-psycho-social needs of patients.
• Assists in determining the most appropriate level of care for the patient, and makes appropriate referrals when indicated.
• Develops comprehensive treatment plans in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Provides supervision to clinical staff as needed.

Qualifications

Education / Licensure

A minimum of a Masters degree from an accredited educational institution in Counseling, Social Work, Nursing or other related behavioral health field is required.

NE - LIMHP license required