Alsana offers new hope for clients with eating disorders. Combining data-driven, evidence-based treatment with a fresh approach that focuses on total health and wellness, we are Alsana. An Eating Recovery Community with 10 locations nationwide, we are here to provide superior care and help people on their journey to a recovered life.

Our culture is built on servant leadership, which places the client at the center of our model. We focus on caring for and empowering our teams so that they, in turn, can care for and empower our clients. Our culture creates a working environment of communication, collaboration, compassion and integrity that is necessary to establish high quality of care and successful outcomes for clients.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Lead Therapist or Director of Clinical Services, the Group Therapist provides group therapy services to individuals with eating disorders and co-occurring disorders. The Group Therapist assesses clients, demonstrates crisis management and de-escalation skills, conducts treatment planning, performs case conceptualization, delivers individual therapy sessions, determines referral needs, works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, provides on-call coverage as appropriate, updates outpatient referrals, performs peer-to-peer reviews for insurance, and provides group therapy, family therapy and group education. The Group Therapist participates in and leads a variety of team activities and case conferences and develops, coordinates and delivers in-services, presentations and training to clients, families and caregivers. Participates in the development and evaluation of eating disorders services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assesses client needs and available services and develops treatment plans. Facilitates clients’ utilization of appropriate services and programs and providing consultation to colleagues.
Functions as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing client psychosocial assessment and short and long-term individual, group and family therapy using a variety of interviewing, therapy, and assessment methods in accordance with professional standards and clinical policies and practices. Manages cases and formulates treatment plans and goals in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team, client and family.
Delivers group therapy sessions to clients by using various group processes with special emphasis on the needs of clients with eating disorders. Develops and coordinates group sessions including the necessary preparation, prioritizing, scheduling and arranging for space and other resources.
Provides therapy to clients with serious eating disorders, including people in crisis. Provides therapy and case management in accordance with professional standards and clinical policies and practices.
Formulates and implements treatment plans through methods such as negotiating a process for achieving goals, collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team and evaluating goals while maintaining respect for client dignity and maximum client self-determination and independence.
Maintains client records through methods such as documenting client assessments, charting client information, preparing progress notes and reports in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements, documenting for future reference and ensuring that access to and disclosure of information and records are in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act.
Participates in and leads a variety of team case conferences through methods such as engaging in practice evaluation, identifying opportunities for change, assessing available resources, initiating solutions and analyzing outcomes. Identifies areas for improved efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery to enhance client care services to ensure positive and productive community relationships.
Develops, coordinates and delivers in-services, education sessions, presentations and training to clients, families, staff and other caregivers through methods such as collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team, determining relevant content and required handouts, conducting literature searches and planning.
Maintains knowledge of mental health as it relates to eating disorders through methods such as reviewing literature and research, consulting with clinical experts within the field, evaluating clinical practice and participating in professional development activities to improve care through new practices.
Assists in the orientation and training of new staff and provides internal, local and authority training on eating disorders as requested.
Participates in the development and evaluation of the treatment program through methods such as collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team, providing input and making recommendations to the appropriate staff as requested.
Provides on-call coverage as assigned (for RTC only)
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience:
Minimum of a Master’s Degree; Professional license or working toward license (ALC, LGSW, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PhD).

Minimum of 1 year experience in a health care facility; experience with eating disorders is preferred, but

not required; training can be provided to qualified individuals.

Other:

1)      Computer Skills – Must have general knowledge of PCs and be proficient in a Windows environment.  Requires ability to access and update information in a computer system.

2)      Interpersonal/Computer Skills – Must be able to read, write and speak fluently and effectively in English.

3)   Other Skills and Abilities – Good written and oral communication skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Attendance and Punctuality – Employee has reliable attendance and is punctual, adhering to their work and appointment schedules.  The employee maintains accurate time records and makes every attempt to limits the need for overtime.

Quality and Efficiency of Work – Employee accurately completes assigned work within the timeline designated, while making efficient use of the organization’s resources.  Employee participates in all organizational performance improvement initiatives.

Professionalism – Employee upholds client confidentiality and maintains professional boundaries, demeanor, dress and interaction with clients, family members, visitors and co-workers.  The employee strives to provide outstanding customer service and promote a positive reputation for the organization.

Ethical and Legal Compliance – Employee performs all duties to the highest ethical standard and

complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices and standards of patient care.  The employee complies with all standards established by the Department of Mental Health and any other agency accrediting the organization.

Employee Partnership – Employee maintains collaborative peer relationships and demonstrates courtesy and respect of others.  The employee acts as a role model by displaying enthusiasm, positive problem solving and commitment to help both co-workers and the organization reach its’ goals.