Creative Arts/Expressive Therapist - Chemical Dependancy
UHS - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19128![UHS](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Located on a 27-acre wooded campus,
Fairmount Behavioral Health System
is a peaceful, therapeutic environment for patients and families. Fairmount is a major regional resource for children, adolescents and adults who have psychiatric and behavioral problems as well as alcohol and drug dependency needs. The spacious campus borders Fairmount Park in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. With one of the leading alcohol and drug detox and rehab programs in Philadelphia, Fairmount is the provider of choice for individuals requiring specialized co-occurring psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment.
We are currently seeking a full-time Creative Arts/Expressive Therapist to join our team .
The
Creative Arts/Expressive Therapist
will provide age and developmentally appropriate counseling and case management services using a combination of activities, creative arts modalities, and talk therapy, while also being responsible for monitoring and delivering high quality services to co-occuring diagnosed/chemically dependent patients.
This individual will help patients develop safety/crisis plans, and establish behavioral treatment goals in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Fairmount Behavioral Health System.
Primary responsibilities include: coordination of the full continuum of care; assessment and documentation of clinical needs; implementing and delivering individual, group therapy and educational services; preparation of PCPC reports. The provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu; crisis intervention; and full participation with the multidisciplinary team toward meeting a patient's treatment plan objectives. Discharge planning and referrals to community resources as required.
Visit us online at: https://fairmountbhs.com/
This opportunity offers the following:
Challenging and rewarding work environmentCompetitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time OffExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans401(K) with company match and discounted stock planSoFi Student Loan Refinancing ProgramCareer development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!Tuition AssistanceUniversal Health Services, Inc. (UHS)
is one of the nation's largest and most respected health care management companies operating through its subsidiary acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 90,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence, and compassion.
Qualifications
Master's degree with a major in art therapy, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, or other related field which includes a practicum in a health and human service agency, preferably in a drug and alcohol setting.Clinical/Social Work licensure in commonwealth of Pennsylvania is preferred.Must possess knowledge of co-occurring disorders / chemical dependency treatment approaches, motivational interviewing, 12 Step Program recovery philosophies, basic counseling group processes, therapeutic relationships, age-specific growth and developmental conditions impacting treatment, limit setting and behavior management, crisis prevention and intervention techniques, understanding of funding sources, community resources, and discharge planning.Must be able to work a 40 hour a week schedule, i.e., either a 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. shift including one weekend day each week.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.
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