Therapeutic Specialist- Brown Deer & West Allis- Part Time/PRN

$1,000.00 retention bonus available!

The Therapeutic Specialist is responsible for developing and conducting individual and group therapy for program patients.

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

• Provide therapeutic services to patients in the inpatient program.
• Provide cognitive behavioral treatment, dialectical behavior treatment, behavioral activation, interpersonal psychotherapy, and other group and individual therapeutic services to patients according to clinical standards of care and under the supervision of the clinical supervisor.
• Implement goals, objectives and interventions as specified in the patient's individual treatment plan.
• Use knowledge and skills to collect and review information regarding the patient's status.
• Identify individual specific needs.
• Provide interventions that are appropriate to the individual.
• Be knowledgeable in and practice trauma informed care.
• Develop behavior management plans / programs for all patients and follow through with implementing each program.
• Participate in training under the direction of the clinical program director.
• Consult with treatment team and family members as needed / requested.
• Participate in weekly supervision sessions with clinical supervisor.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary team and attend patient staffings.

Plan and develop programming

• Research relevant topic areas, therapeutic strategies and gather appropriate materials.
• Develop program materials, i.e., handouts, face sheets, manuals.
• Organize materials and adapt them to the age and developmental level of the group.
• Attend continuing education programs.
• Complete assignment and documentation within required time frames.
• Complete ongoing treatment documentation as required in accordance with program guidelines, i.e., patient care notes, daily education and safety flow sheets).
• Write clear, concise, and obtainable treatment goals in the treatment plan and review and complete treatment plan staffing updates.
• Assure documentation of hierarchies and psychosocial information is complete in the medical record.
• Assume responsibility for assigned patients, completion of rounds and behavior plans.

Facilitate a supportive and safe milieu

• Maintain safety of the area.
• Monitor dietary intake of the patients.
• Provide structured therapeutic milieu in which a positive pattern of social, education, and personal behavior and coping skills is taught, reinforced, and enhanced.
• Provide management of milieu.
• Implement individualized care based upon the treatment plan of the individual.
• Maintain the environment in a safe, orderly manner.
• Search patient's belongings and pockets upon arrival to maintain safety.
• Respond to emergency situations as needed.
• Assist in promoting a team atmosphere by treating individuals with respect and honesty and by using direct communication and active listening skills.
• Be open to change and actively support change.
• Be open to others' ideas and points of view.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Promote department goals as well as the mission of the hospital

• Communicate goals to fellow staff members.
• Demonstrate measurable goal achievement.
• Maintain department policies and procedures.
• Include requirements and guidelines from external agencies (i.e., Joint Commission, State of Wisconsin).
• Maintain and / or communicate to appropriate party function backlog at a set time.
• Educate new staff regarding regulations or requirements of those functions that relate to their areas or departments, as directed.
• Demonstrate acceptance and training of student interns in the department, as directed.
• Demonstrate understanding of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency compliance regulations.
• Involve self in the learning and application of standards relevant to the inpatient department.
• Participate in in-services, seminars and other meetings to increase involvement and awareness of regulations.
• Involve self in the education of other disciplines regarding the department's regulations.
• Participate in hospital committees, performance improvement team meetings, and team projects, as directed.
• Demonstrate punctuality and preparedness.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Demonstrate good organizational skills.
• Contribute in a positive, solution-focused manner.
• Attend inpatient department meetings as needed, actively participate in discussions, recognize and contribute to activities leading to improvement.

Participate in the performance improvement program

• Gain understanding of the performance improvement process.
• Apply the performance improvement model to your department's activities.
• Participate and / or create performance improvement teams that lead to improvement in other hospital areas.
• Educate and involve self in the hospital and department's performance improvement plans.

Conduct self in a professional manner

• Demonstrate organizational skills that promote timely response to all inquiries and to task completion.
• Communicate with all individuals in a positive and professional manner.
• Attempt to resolve individual issues with peers in a positive, calm manner, with a focus on solution.
• Communicate concerns and provide solutions for same.
• Attend outside seminars and / or educational classes to promote professional growth.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude toward parties outside the hospital (provider relations representatives, managed care contractors, visitors, vendors, etc.).
• Comply with the hospital's policies and procedures, including human resources, infection control, and employee health policies and programs.
• Project a professional image by wearing appropriate, professional attire.

Additional Job Description :

Education / Training Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in education or human services and / or Valid Wisconsin Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor, or Substance Abuse Counselor in Training (CSAC, SAC, SAC-IT) required.
• A SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC required in WI. A substance abuse specialty authorization applicable to the state hired in is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years work experience serving persons with mental health disorders.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license preferred; may be required to have driving record approved by Rogers Memorial Hospital insurance carrier.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or American Red Cross Professional Rescue is required within thirty (30) days of date of hire.

Annual re-certification is required.

Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of date of hire. Annual re-certification is required.

The System also includes Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation, which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth, an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges.

https : / / rogersbhfoundation.org /

EOE / MFDV

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action - Rogers Behavioral Health (rogersbh.org)