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UHS

Therapist - PHP/Intake

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$58K - $79K/yr

A master's degree in a related clinical area as well as a LAPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or LMFT certification is preferred. At least 2 years previous outpatient or inpatient experience along with a working ...

The Renfrew Center

Primary OP Therapist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

LAPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, or a licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD or PhD) with a valid GA license. * Experience working with patients who have eating disorders is strongly preferred. * Bilingual is a ...

The Renfrew Center

Primary OP Therapist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

LAPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, or a licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD or PhD) with a valid GA license. * Experience working with patients who have eating disorders is strongly preferred. * Bilingual is a ...

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Therapist - PHP/Intake

Therapist - PHP/Intake

UHS

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$58K - $79K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Universal Health Services rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 252 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

492nd of 881 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Responsibilities
Therapist - PHP/Intake
Weekend Option/Full Time
Peachford Hospital is a 246-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Dunwoody. We provide care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors in both inpatient and partial hospitalization programs. Peachford has been providing compassionate care since 1973 and nearly 10,000 patients receive seek treatment here every year.
We are searching for an experienced, energetic Master's prepared Therapist to work a hybrid role in our Outpatient Services Programs as well as our Intake Department. This position will require 24 hours in PHP and 8 in Intake. The shifts are flexible but will include Friday/Saturday/Sunday.
Outpatient Therapists, in Peachford's Partial Hospital Program, provide quality care to patients in our outpatient programs with primary focus on addiction and mental health issues. Crisis de-escalation skills and an ability to multi-task and manage priorities with a positive attitude are critical for this role.
What Will You Get To Do?
Outpatient Therapists are responsible for the following:
  • Conducting psychotherapy and psychoeducational groups and lectures.
  • Determining patient's treatment needs and conducting psychosocial assessments.
  • Conducting new patient orientation and assigning patients to appropriate groups.
  • Maintaining a working relationship with physicians, hospital staff and leaders as well as managing staff providing care on the weekends.

What Does Peachford Require for this Role?
A master's degree in a related clinical area as well as a LAPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or LMFT certification is preferred.
At least 2 years previous outpatient or inpatient experience along with a working knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-informed Care is preferred.
Qualifications
Qualifications to make you a success:
A master's degree in a related clinical area as well as a LAPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or LMFT certification is preferred or license-eligible.
At least 2 years previous outpatient or inpatient experience along with a working knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-informed Care is preferred.
What Happens Next?
After you apply online and submit your resume, a member of our recruiting team will review your qualifications and experience. If we are interested in scheduling an interview, someone will give you a call. You may log back on to this website to check the status of your application at any time.
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. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Notice
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

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