Marshall Medical Centers
Decatur, AL
Overview
Job Summary: The Psychiatric Therapist develops and implements a variety of psychotherapeutic interventions and case management duties in an acute care inpatient psychiatric setting. This individual will function as an integral member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. The Psychiatric Therapist is trained to help people find solutions to a range of social problems that often accompany illness. He/She would strive to help patients cope with the social and emotional effects of a psychiatric illness utilizing a combination of individual counseling, group and family therapy, and connection to hospital and community resources. Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions 1. Conducts an initial discharge planning assessment and makes appropriate referrals based on that assessment as well as the...