PROGRAM THERAPIST

Responsibilities GROUP THERAPIST (PROGRAM THERAPIST) - MUST BE LICENSED Starting Salary: $55,000 + DOE Meridell Achievement Center is seeking full-time therapists to join our clinical services team in providing exceptional therapeutic treatment for children, adolescents, and their families. This opportunity is full-time at 40 hours per week, offers full benefits and a convenient Monday-Friday day shift schedule with flexibility for personal appointments and other needs. Meridell Achievement Center is a 134-bed private residential treatment facility that specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents who have emotional, behavioral and neurobehavioral problems. Our greatest asset is our staff, who work together to uphold the Facility's reputation for excellence in helping patients and their families resolve behavioral health problems. Meridell is a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) one of the nation’s largest and most respected health care management companies, that operates through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 95,000 employees. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. The Therapist is a key member of the Meridell Achievement Center (Meridell) treatment team who will coordinate a therapeutic strategy to provide appropriate treatment for patients assigned to their caseload. The Therapist ensures high-quality delivery of programming and therapeutic services that align with the mission, vision, and values of Meridell and UHS and in accordance with government regulation, licensing and accredidation requirements. The therapist participates in clinical department meetings and contributes to the achievement of organizational goals and objectives. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Coordinate the plan for each patient's course of treatment Act as liaison with families, outside agencies, and individuals to include referral sources Responsible for timely and accurate documentation of admission assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries Benefit Highlights Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment Built-in Career Ladder Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with Company Match and Discounted Stock Plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Life Insurance, Long and Short Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Professional Liability Coverage Well-furnished, Private Office Space Supportive, Team-oriented Culture Free Individual and Group Supervision for LMSW and LPC-Intern Therapists Coverage of Therapy Sessions Provided for Planned and Unplanned Absences. Therapeutic Tools including Sand Trays, Art Supplies, Board Games, Sensory Supports and Workbooks. A 60+ Acre Scenic Campus Setting with Sports Courts, Recreational Areas, ROPES Course, Gym, Swimming Pool and Multiple Picnic Benches Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, United Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $12.6 billion in 2021. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 89,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the United States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com Qualifications Requirements: Current State of Texas license as a PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMSW, LMFT-A, or LPC-I, obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Effective interpersonal skills and competent clinical skills Collaborative, positive attitude and strong work ethic Two (2) years post-licensure experience (preferred) Advanced training or certification in an evidence-based practice such as EMDR, CBT, or DBT (preferred) EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. 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