Job Description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Marriage Family Therapist, you will assist with the daily programs and social work activities of both inpatient and outpatient units.

Every day you will perform assessments and assist with planning the continuum of care throughout the patient's stay and after discharge. You will also provide Art Therapy groups in the inpatient and outpatient behavioral health setting to adolescents and adults.

To be successful in this role, you will effectively integrate therapeutic interventions and care planning across various clinical settings, utilizing Art Therapy to support the mental health needs of diverse patient populations.

• Provide individual, couples, and family therapy to patients, including those dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, grief, and life transitions.
• Conduct thorough assessments of patient needs, including mental health history, family dynamics, and personal goals.
• Develop personalized treatment plans and goals based on clinical assessments and patient input.
• Use evidence-based therapeutic techniques (e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, family systems therapy) to support clients in achieving treatment goals.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed and make appropriate referrals for higher levels of care if necessary.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including primary care providers, psychiatrists, and social workers, to coordinate care for patients.

Job Requirements

Required

• Masters Other in Marriage and Family Therapy, upon hire or
• Doctorate Of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, upon hire
• Previous experience providing therapy in a clinical setting
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist/Counselor: CA, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1951, Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center is a 25-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Andreas, California. Serving more than 90,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full range of services, including cancer care, emergency care, and orthopedics. Mark Twain Medical Center also operates four Family Medical Clinics offering exams, immunizations, and care for minor injuries. Mark Twain Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and it is the only medical facility in Calaveras County.

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