What is an Associate Therapist job?
Joining Discovery Behavioral Health as an Associate Therapist means becoming an integral part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing exemplary treatment services.
As an Associate Therapist, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring patient safety, fostering therapeutic relationships, and facilitating the treatment process for individuals seeking support for their mental health concerns.
Our Associate Therapists at DBH are at the forefront of delivering compassionate and comprehensive care to our patients. Let's delve into the responsibilities, skills, and more required in this role.
What does an Associate Therapist do: roles and responsibilities
Here are some of the responsibilities of an Associate Therapist at DBH:
Clinical Documentation and Safety
- Ensures timely completion of clinical documentation throughout the course of treatment, prioritizing accuracy and compliance.
- Assesses patients for suicidality and potential danger to self or others, maintaining a vigilant focus on patient safety.
Therapeutic Relationship Building
- Establishes and maintains therapeutic rapport with patients and their families or loved ones, fostering trust and collaboration in the treatment process.
Admission and Treatment Planning
- Facilitates admission assessments and the admission process for new patients with professionalism and warmth, ensuring a smooth transition into care.
- Actively participates in clinical outreach and program tours, contributing to the ongoing growth and development of DBH.
Case Management and Treatment Delivery
- Manages a caseload of patients in Residential Treatment Care (RTC) and Outpatient (OP) settings, providing individual and family therapy sessions aligned with patients' level of care.
- Conducts psychoeducational and process-oriented therapy groups, facilitating multi-family groups and family programs to support holistic treatment approaches.
Utilization Review and Communication
- Provides utilization reviews to insurance companies, advocating for necessary treatment authorizations and continuing stay approvals.
- Maintains accessibility to family members and loved ones, promptly responding to calls and emails within specified timeframes.
Discharge Planning and Crisis Management
- Initiates discharge planning on the day of admission, ensuring comprehensive transition plans and coping resources are in place for patients.
- Effectively manages crises in sessions and the milieu, providing support to milieu staff and collaborating with the treatment team to uphold clinical quality standards.
Qualifications and requirements for an Associate Therapist job
To qualify for this role, you’ll need to meet the below requirements. However, to provide truly innovative care, we need to have a diverse team around us.
That’s why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above, we’d be happy to consider your application.
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in a relevant field
- Completion of state requirements to conduct therapeutic interventions
- Operates under supervision and is not licensed
- Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire
- Obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire
- Must possess a current driver’s license and be in good standing
Skills needed for an Associate Therapist job
The role of an Associate Therapist at Discovery Behavioral Health requires a diverse set of skills to effectively support individuals on their journey to recovery.
- First and foremost, strong communication skills are essential for building rapport with patients and their families, facilitating therapeutic sessions, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Additionally, empathy and active listening skills are crucial for understanding patients' needs and providing compassionate care.
- Associate Therapists must also possess excellent organizational skills to manage their caseload effectively and ensure timely completion of clinical documentation.
- Finally, a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is vital for staying updated on best practices in mental health treatment and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care.
Embark on a career as an Associate Therapist at Discovery Behavioral Health
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health concerns.
By leveraging their skills, qualifications, and dedication, Associate Therapists contribute to the ongoing mission of DBH to provide compassionate care and support individuals on their path to recovery.
Join us in making a difference and explore the rewarding opportunities available as an Associate Therapist at DBH.
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