Clinical Therapist (Licensed or Resident/Supervisee)

Therapist (LPC/LCSW) or Resident/Supervisee

This opportunity is full-time and offers comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off, and competitive pay.

Located in South Central Virginia, The Hughes Center is a highly-structured psychiatric residential treatment facility for youth ages 10 to 22 with neurodevelopmental disorders. The Hughes Center also provides private, community-based educational services. We provide both individualized and holistic care for adolescents and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a nurturing, family-friendly environment. We utilize a multidisciplinary team approach to provide comprehensive evaluations and evidence-based treatment (and educational) interventions with the intent to increase each youth's level of functional independence. Our team also works diligently to address or manage medical conditions and challenging behaviors that are often associated with individuals who are diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders. We challenge our residents to adapt to and apply learned skills within new environments and situations, and to maintain functional use of these skills when they return to their homes or other community-based settings.

This can be a challenging population, therefore we strive to create a safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the clinical professions. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a therapist at The Hughes Center is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a team-based environment of care which includes clinical staff, case management, nurses, doctors, educators, leadership, and direct care personnel who routinely meet to exchange ideas, updates, strategies, and concerns. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At The Hughes Center, you have a voice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans and administers therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and stress management therapy to assist residents in developing/displaying appropriate behaviors;
• Changes method and degree of therapy when indicated by resident reactions/needs;
• Discusses progress toward goals with residents or families of residents such as medication regiment, family relationships, educational programs, social development, discharge plans, and other behavioral problems;
• Consults with psychiatrist or other specialists concerning treatment plans and amends plans as required;
• Maintains regular contacts with other agencies/professionals regarding client progress in the therapeutic treatment program through phone calls, letters, and/or monthly reporting;
• Develops and implements appropriate discharge planning with resident, family, and placing agency;
• Develops and maintains positive relationship with external customers, families, residents and employees;
• Ability to assess treatment goals and write goal-directed, individualized treatment plans, as well as the ability to monitor and document individual behavior patterns and modify treatment plans to meet changing treatment goals;
• Demonstrate an understanding of the therapeutic process and commitment to help the youth achieve their treatment goals;
• Have strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage difficult client discussions

Education & Qualifications:

• Must be licensed (LPC, LCSW, etc.) or license eligible in Virginia
• Able to work with young males ages 12-17, who are developmentally delayed, diagnosed with ASD, and experiencing significant psychiatric and behavioral symptoms
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Have a minimum of a Master's Degree in a Human Services field (i.e. Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education)
• At least one year of recent experience with appropriate population preferred
• Able to assist in management of aggressive behavior
• Demonstrated experience working with children and adolescents who experience behavior dysfunction secondary to brain injury, autism and other developmental disabilities, chronic medical disorders and other severe and chronic impairments, and their caregivers.
• Experience working with funding and referral sources, discharge planning, community liaison, and other affiliated case management responsibilities.

Other Requirements:

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds,
• Effectively use the full range of body motion - sit, bend, kneel or stand for more than an hour if needed.
• Reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care restraint training, Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training, and facility-approved First Aid/CPR/AED training

Benefits: https://benefits.uhsguest.com/

• Home/Work Life Balance
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Account
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
• Free meals!
• Company stock purchase discount
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay is Hourly (bi-weekly) and is commensurate with education and experience.

The Hughes Center is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-hire drug screen, pre-hire background checks, and education verification are required of all new employees.

The Hughes Educational Center is licensed by the Virginia Department of Education and accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Special Education Facilities (VAISEF) and by COGNIA (national accreditation).

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