Inpatient Group Therapist

Hartford HealthCare • Westport, CT

3d

About The Position

Develops and implements group therapy programming in accordance with the patient’s treatment plan and goals. Works within the Department of Rehabilitation Services to provide direct clinical care to children, adolescents and adults.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in the Creative Arts Therapies (music, dance, art, and drama), Occupational, Therapeutic Recreation, or other related human services field.
• Licenses are preferred but not required.
• Minimum 1 year experience working in behavioral health (internships applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care using group therapies specific to client’s needs as indicated in the treatment plan.
• Conducts patient assessments and establishes treatment goals.
• Evaluates each patient’s progress and the effectiveness of group therapies interventions.
• Provides patient with information about community resources to support their wellness and recovery.
• Participates in planning processes and clinical programming based on evidence based initiatives and best practices.
• Works closely with the attending psychiatrist and other members of the treatment team to initiate and implement treatment plans specific to the needs and goals of each patient.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time