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Full-time (80 hours biweekly)

Weekdays, daytime hours and some evenings to meet the need of the client; 8 am and up to 7 pm

Sign On Bonus Eligible

Program Description

Pathways to Hope is a specialty care program coordinated for individuals ages 15-30 experiencing their first symptoms of psychosis. A team of providers, including a psychiatrist, licensed therapist, case manager, and peer support specialist provide evidence based, recovery oriented interventions designed to build resilience, reduce the impact of symptoms on functioning and support individuals in pursuing their goals. Group and individual services are provided in office and in the community. Treatment is individualized and is a collaborative process between the individual and the treatment team.

General Summary

Provides individual, group and/or family therapy. Provides preadmission screening to determine appropriateness for admission. Interviews patients and/or families to obtain psycho-social histories. Collaborates with the treatment team to develop a treatment plan and coordinates discharge planning.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

+ Conducts individual or group therapy sessions. Assesses patients' progress and modifies or extends treatment program accordingly.

+ Provides therapeutic intervention with patient and family including individual, marital, parental, family and group therapies.

+ Interviews patients and family members to obtain information about home environment, family relationships, health history, and patient's personality traits.

+ Documents current, accurate observations of care to the patient in appropriate records.

+ Coordinates care of assigned patients.

+ Assists in the implementation of education and training experience for interns and other designated students.

+ Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department.

Common Expectations:

+ Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).

+ Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.

+ Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.

+ Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.

+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

+ Master's Degree Required

Work Experience:

+ More than 1-year related experience required

Licenses:

+ Licensed Clinical Social Worker Upon Hire Required or

+ Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Upon Hire Required or

+ Licensed Professional Counselor Upon Hire Required or

Driver's License Statement:

Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.

Benefits Offered:

+ Comprehensive health benefits

+ Flexible spending and health savings accounts

+ Retirement savings plan

+ Paid time off (PTO)

+ Short-term disability

+ Education assistance

+ Financial education and support, including DailyPay

+ Wellness and Wellbeing programs

+ Caregiver support via Wellthy

+ Childcare referral service via Wellthy

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org) (https://www.joinwellspan.org/benefits/)

WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.

WellSpan Philhaven

Situated on more than 200 acres, WellSpan Philhaven's main campus in Mt. Gretna, PA, is a tranquil place with walking trails nestled within a picturesque forest and adjacent to an operating farm. The campus provides an atmosphere of peace and serenity for our clients. Our most comprehensive continuum of care, which includes more than 20 programs and services is located at this main campus.

At WellSpan Philhaven, we help address mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, attention deficit disorder, phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder and more.

Quality of Life

Central Pennsylvania offers an idyllic blend of small cities and towns-including Lancaster, York, Gettysburg, Lebanon, Chambersburg and Waynesboro-surrounded by welcoming suburban neighborhoods and pristine rolling countryside. Our communities are conveniently situated within a short drive of major cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C., as well as Pennsylvania's scenic Pocono Mountains to the north.

Here you'll find affordable home prices and living costs. Plus, there's an outstanding selection of schools, nearby colleges and universities. The area abounds with recreation and activities, including the famous Hersheypark and ZooAmerica and historic Gettysburg National Military Park; numerous state parks that offer hiking, mountain biking and kayaking; and charming river towns featuring great restaurants, museums, shopping, antiquing and more. Air, rail and public transportation links are also very reliable.

You'll feel right at home in our region. And, with so many places in which to live and practice, you're sure to find a WellSpan career that's a perfect match for you and your lifestyle.

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.