About this role
PRN as needed
Able to cover one week at a time
Program Description Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
Join a dedicated team providing acute psychiatric care for adults ages 18 and older experiencing mental health crises. With an average length of stay of 6-8 days, the unit focuses on rapid assessment, stabilization, and treatment through medication management, therapeutic programming, and individual, group, and family therapy.
The unit cares for patients with a wide range of behavioral health needs, including mood and thought disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, dementia-related conditions, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and individuals at risk for self-harm or elopement. Care is delivered through a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach focused on stabilization and a successful transition to the next level of care.
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.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
- Master's Degree Required
Work Experience:
- Less than 1 year-related experience required
Benefits Offered:
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education assistance
For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)