Psychotherapist - Remote (must reside in NC)

Remote psychotherapist position that partners with primary care, pediatric, and other specialty clinics within Advocate Health to provide mental health support to patients experiencing a broad range of psychiatric diagnosis. The psychotherapist will complete brief, solution-focused, interventions with patients via telephone or video visit from a remote setting. Position requires long hours of sitting in front of desktop computer, requires flexibility in navigating schedules with patients, multitasking multiple virtual platforms, and ability to work with an interdisciplinary team. The position also requires candidates to initiate the licensure application process for South Carolina and Georgia within 90 days of hire if licensure is not already acquired. Essential Functions Develops, implements and evaluates patient care according to identified needs. Manages clients in crisis utilizing appropriate therapeutic skills and assessment techniques. Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age and clinical presentation. Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process. Collaborates with appropriate guardians and community agencies to insure effective service delivery. Completes patient care assignments with attention to detail and accuracy. Provides accurate and consistent documentation of patient care/response in the medical record. Completes accurate and timely billing information. Designs, plans, implements effective patient education. Maintains open lines of communication, collaborates with healthcare team for patient outcome. Physical Requirements Works in patient care areas including hospital units, emergency room, individual offices and conference areas with exposure to potentially combative and hostile patients. Work requires frequent moving from one area to another, answering pages, and coordinating and communicating with other staff persons in various disciplines and agencies. Education, Experience And Certifications Master's degree in a relevant human services field such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited school of graduate education required. Full licensure in applicable state required. 2 years clinical experience required. CPI and CPR training required for psychotherapist working in inpatient psychiatric setting.