School Based Behavioral Health Therapist

  • R-0000046979
  • Charleston, South Carolina
  • Social Work
  • Clinical & Research Support Services
  • Full Time
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Job Description Summary

Under the supervision of the School Based Therapy Manager and clinical practice guidance of the psychiatrist, the school based therapist provides assessment, individual/group/family therapy, psychoeducation, and safety planning for all patients assigned to their caseload. The therapist works in collaboration with the clinical team and school team to meet the behavioral health needs of the patient. This position identifies treatment needs and risk factors that the patient may experience, and applies interventions and skill building techniques.

Entity

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC004967 MCP - School-Based Behavioral Health

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Under the supervision of the School Based Therapy Manager and clinical practice guidance of the psychiatrist, the school based therapist provides assessment, individual/group/family therapy, psychoeducation, and safety planning for all patients assigned to their caseload. The therapist works in collaboration with the clinical team and school team to meet the behavioral health needs of the patient. This position identifies treatment needs and risk factors that the patient may experience, and applies interventions and skill building techniques.

Master's degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, or related degree.  Licensed as Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Professional Counselor – Independent.  Three years post graduate professional social work experience.  MSW licensure by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners.  LPC under South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage Family Therapists.  Requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.  Demonstrates ability to collaborate in a positive, professional manner with medical professionals.  Requires ability to work in a thorough but efficient manner.

Education: Master's degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Credentials: MSW licensure by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners.  Certification in case management preferred.

Additional Job Description

Benefits:

·Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
·Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan
·Paid time off and extended sick leave
·Paid Parental Leave
·Disability insurance plan options
·Continuous professional and clinical training
·Competitive pay
·Annual Merit Increase
·Wellbeing resources
·Tuition Reimbursement
·Employee perks and discounts
·Employee referral program
·Flexible schedule options
·Certification incentive program

Physical Requirements

•Ability to perform job functions while standing and sitting.  Ability to perform job functions while walking and climb stairs. Ability to work from elevated areas. Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.  Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. Ability to bend and twist at the waist. Ability to squat and perform job functions. Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands.  Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands.  Ability to reach overhead.  Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.  Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination.  Ability to reach in all directions.  Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force.  Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force are needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force are required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.  Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance.  Ability to match or discriminate between colors.  Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.  Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.  Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.  Ability to work rotating shifts.  Ability to work overtime as required.  Ability to work in a latex safe environment.  Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.  * *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.  * *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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