Inpatient Group and Individual Therapist - Full Time, Days (Culver City)

The Inpatient Therapist is responsible for providing mental health services to assigned patients in an individual and / or group setting.

The Inpatient Therapist assesses, evaluates and provides services in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Accesses patients on intake, as needed.

Completes clinical documentation within established time frames using the electronic health medical record system. Attends weekly Treatment Team meetings and presents on each assigned patient.

Works with the interdisciplinary team to create, personalize and update all Treatment Plans and other necessary documentation while assuring that plans are consistent with hospital policy, state licensing regulations and Joint Commission accreditation requirements.

Serves as a liaison with other professionals and agencies involved with patient’s care.

Incorporates a systems theory-based approach to the provision of individual and group therapy to aid in the stabilization of patient’s mental status.

Consults with the interdisciplinary team to determine and provide appropriate resources for patient post-hospitalization to ensure continuity of care.

Enables patients to understand, accept and follow IDT recommendations through individual and / or group therapy. Coordinates with community organizations such as AA, NA etc.

for referral, partnership, or collaboration purposes. Documents appropriately and on time for all patient on the units assigned.

Assist with the unit’s development of the therapy program and lead group therapy sessions according to the schedule. Provide individual therapy to patients as needed.

Participates as a team member in conferences on behalf of patients with other health care personnel and other community agencies.

Intervenes appropriately in instances of abuse, assault, or neglect, or when adequate financial or social resources are not available. Ensures HIPAA compliance.

Empathizes with patient and patient support systems, expresses compassion and understanding for the situation and demonstrates care which is appropriate for the age, and cultural, religious, gender identity, or ethnic background.

Engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes deliberate / thoughtful actions regarding how to best carry out interactions with the patient, families, physicians, and co-workers.

Participates and assists in departmental studies and projects, reports, etc. required / assigned by Social Service Department.

Required Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work or Marriage Family Therapy
• De-escalation certification / current CPI upon hire
• Computer Proficiency and Literacy
• Knowledge of CMS, Medicare / Medi-Cal
• Familiarity of Joint Commission, CMS, CDPH requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization
• Ability to facilitate and lead interdisciplinary rounds

Preferred Qualifications :

• Current California LMFT, LCSW, or PhD preferred
• Current CPR
• One year of post Master’s clinical experience in a mental health setting with group therapy experience
• Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families

Pay Rate : Min - $39.02 Max - $52.42