INPATIENT THERAPIST/PD
Universal Health Services, Inc., Orlando, FL, United States
Position Summary
University Behavioral Center, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), is committed to providing intensive mental health services to children, adolescents and adults as well as detox and substance abuse programs for adults. Our mental health facility provides safe and effective inpatient treatment to assist individuals in leading more productive and fulfilling lives. The facility is located on a beautiful 14-acre campus in Orlando, Florida, and includes 112 licensed beds. We are currently seeking qualified professionals with an active/clear license in the state of Florida. Previous experience in a psychiatric facility or rehabilitation program is required.
This is a Per‑Diem position assigned to the Clinical Services Department.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Facilitate structured, evidence-based group therapy sessions for assigned units
Provide individual therapy to patients as clinically appropriate
Conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments and risk evaluations
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on treatment planning and discharge coordination
Accurately document therapeutic interventions, progress notes, and clinical updates in EMR
Participate in clinical rounds, shift report, and staff meetings as needed
Deliver crisis intervention, safety planning, and de‑escalation support
Ensure adherence to ethical standards, regulatory guidelines, and hospital policies
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field (required)
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in an inpatient or acute psychiatric setting preferred
Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
Knowledge and Skills
Strong therapeutic skills and knowledge of therapeutic philosophies (group and individual treatment skills)
Working knowledge of developmental stages
Some minimal knowledge of community resources
Ability to communicate effectively with varied ability to understand
Strong assessment skills and ability to intervene in a variety of situations
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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University Behavioral Center, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), is committed to providing intensive mental health services to children, adolescents and adults as well as detox and substance abuse programs for adults. Our mental health facility provides safe and effective inpatient treatment to assist individuals in leading more productive and fulfilling lives. The facility is located on a beautiful 14-acre campus in Orlando, Florida, and includes 112 licensed beds. We are currently seeking qualified professionals with an active/clear license in the state of Florida. Previous experience in a psychiatric facility or rehabilitation program is required.
This is a Per‑Diem position assigned to the Clinical Services Department.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Facilitate structured, evidence-based group therapy sessions for assigned units
Provide individual therapy to patients as clinically appropriate
Conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments and risk evaluations
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on treatment planning and discharge coordination
Accurately document therapeutic interventions, progress notes, and clinical updates in EMR
Participate in clinical rounds, shift report, and staff meetings as needed
Deliver crisis intervention, safety planning, and de‑escalation support
Ensure adherence to ethical standards, regulatory guidelines, and hospital policies
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field (required)
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in an inpatient or acute psychiatric setting preferred
Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
Knowledge and Skills
Strong therapeutic skills and knowledge of therapeutic philosophies (group and individual treatment skills)
Working knowledge of developmental stages
Some minimal knowledge of community resources
Ability to communicate effectively with varied ability to understand
Strong assessment skills and ability to intervene in a variety of situations
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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