Job Description
Facility: 84th & Louise Clinic
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 7511 S Louise Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57108, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $31.00 - $46.50
Pay Info: Sign On Bonus Available
Department Details
Busy Psychiatry and Psychology practice of physicians, psychologists, advanced practice providers, neuropsychologists and therapists. We strive to provide excellent patient centered care with evidence based practices, welcoming environment and culture of teamwork, collaboration and family.
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Therapist requires a broad and thorough understanding of human behavior, theories of counseling, and psychopathology. May work with a wide range of patient populations and presenting issues, requiring a foundation in a variety of treatment modalities. This role has total independence and responsibility for patient well-being. The Behavioral Health Therapist provides diagnostic assessment, onsite crisis assessment and intervention, and determines need for ongoing care according to level of clinical ability, medical, and psychosocial complexity. Develops treatment plans and implements treatment interventions specific to patient needs. Continually assesses patient's progress and revises diagnosis(es), treatment plans, and interventions accordingly. Documents treatment sessions. Provides patient progress updates to interdisciplinary team, as needed. May educate patient support members about patient issues and interventions. May refer for additional clinical services or to specialists, as needed. Must stay current on emerging issues in the profession.
The Behavioral Health Therapist may work in a variety of settings, with duties varying by setting:
In a clinic setting (other than primary care), the Behavioral Health Therapist conducts scheduled face-to-face therapy sessions designed to assess and improve patient's emotional, mental, and behavioral health.