ABOUT US: Formerly Aurora Santa Rosa Hospital, SRBHH was opened in 2016 and is regarded as an integral part of the greater Santa Rosa and Northern California mental health system of care. Conveniently located in the North Bay, this hospital consists of 144 acute psychiatric inpatient beds. Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (SRBHH) is regarded as an integral part of the greater Santa Rosa and Northern California mental health system of care. Conveniently located in the North Bay, SRBHH serves adolescents and adults. We treat both mental health and co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse conditions. POSITION TITLE: Adjunctive Therapist PAY RANGE: $44.00-$57.30 PER HOUR REPORTS TO: Director of Clinical Services DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The primary role of the Adjunctive Therapist is to plan and implement and facilitate therapeutic groups or activities for all adult and adolescent patients. The Adjunctive Therapist utilizes the modalities they are certified in whether music, occupational or physical rehabilitation, art or recreation. The Adjunctive Therapist serves as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team providing services to adults and adolescent patients under Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital's care for emotional or substance abuse problems. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Activities + Conducts group and individual sessions for patients, within scope of practice which may draw from mediums such as music, art therapy, movement therapy, physical therapy, occupational rehabilitation, exercise, games or leisure activities. + Demonstrates sound application of the theory and methodology of their certified adjunctive discipline. + Provide individual activity therapy as ordered by patient’s physician. + Regularly communicates with community resources and community partners to schedule hospital groups pertaining to canine therapy, equestrian therapy, and other community-based resources to supplement programming at the hospital. Administrative Assignments + Evaluate patient progress and document results in patient chart and department records + Contributes effectively to discharge planning. + Perform routine and assigned clinical and administrative tasks. + Provides direct support to Adjunctive Therapist and Behavioral Health Aides, reviews and signs off on their documentation. + Exhibit a commitment to quality and process improvement. + Performs related duties, as requested. + Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards. Requirements POSITION Requirements: Knowledge and Experience: + Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field with a certification in music, art, physical, occupational, or recreation therapy. + One year experience in a health care field with emphasis in adjunctive therapy. + Current CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification (or obtained within 30 days of hire) preferred. + Current Handle With Care (HWC) equivalent as approved by the Chief Nursing Officer (or obtained within the first 30 days of hire). + Familiarity of psychiatric and addictive disease diagnoses and treatment. + Demonstrated group process, teaching or training skills. + Experience in psychiatric care environment preferred. Skills and Abilities: + Maintains confidentiality of patients at all times. + Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds. + Proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.)Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. + Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills. + Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others. + Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following: + Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time. + Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population. + Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy. + Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information. + Vision: see details of objects at close range. + Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. + Reach forward, up, down, and to the side. + Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day. + Lift up to five (5) pounds. Benefits + Health Insurance + Vision Insurance + Dental Insurance + 401k Retirement Plan + Healthcare Spending Account + Life Insurance (Supplemental Life, Term and Universal plans are also available) + Short and Long-Term Disability (with additional buy-in opportunities) + PTO Plan with Holiday Premium Pay + Discounted Cafeteria Meal Plan + Tuition Reimbursement