What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker/Primary Therapist position at BackCountry Wellness LLC?
Description:*Please DO NOT call the program phone line to inquire about job postings.*Job Location: Providence, RIProgram Description:Backcountry Wellness is a licensed behavioral health organization providing intensive outpatient service to clients 17 with eating disorders and co-occurring mood disorders. Backcountry Wellness offers a person-centered, holistic, and evidence-based treatment approach to help clients on their recovery journey. Through individual and group therapy, Backcountry Wellness' programming assists those who live with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating, Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake, Orthorexia, and Other Specific Feeding and Eating Disorders (OSFED). Job Summary: The Primary Therapist is an experienced licensed clinician. The Primary Therapist guides clients through the treatment process and supports them in overcoming the challenges that arise on the road to recovery. The Primary Therapist provides clinical treatment through individual and group psychotherapy and has the opportunity to manage multiple cases at once, allowing the therapist to collaborate with the broader treatment team to facilitate customized solutions for each patient. A strong Primary Therapist leads case discussions on their patients and collaborates successfully with the patient and the patient’s treatment team to maximize effectiveness and facilitate a successful outcome. Essential Job Functions:Complete an initial biopsychosocial assessment and develop a treatment plan within the first week of admission to generate a clear method of execution and time-based goalsGenerate and maintain comprehensive charting and professional client documentation throughout the patient’s progress in treatmentProvide individual and group psychotherapyFacilitate therapeutic and evidence-based groupsEstablish a relationship with the patient to provide a foundation early on in the treatment processEducate clients on their comprehensive treatment plan and communicate strategies, goals and targets throughout the duration of treatmentGenerate a post-discharge maintenance plan for all clientsGenerate detailed documentation throughout the treatment processCoordinate with patient support staff such as the Registered Dietitian to ensure effective execution of the treatment planPresent relevant cases in Clinical Rounds in a clear and comprehensible manner and assist with transitions across treatment platforms when necessaryMaintain punctuality and attendance for required staffing in order to maintain program and treatment consistency and reliabilityRequirements:Master’s or Doctorate degree in a relevant subjectLicensed or registered as a clinician in RI (LICSW, LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LMHCA, LPC, LPCA, LMFT, LMFTA, etc.)At least one year of experience in a residential or outpatient program for eating disorders preferredMust understand the therapeutic process, confidentiality laws, and have strong knowledge of professional ethicsAbility to demonstrate professional presence, therapeutic resourcefulness, leadership and communication capabilitiesAbility to provide constructive feedback in an appropriate manner to all patients and familiesAbility to work as a team player within an intimate treatment setting