Lead Therapist LPC or LCSW

UHS•Blue Springs, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Three Trails Behavioral Hospital in the area of Independence, MO is seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Therapist to provide both clinical leadership and direct patient care within our behavioral health programs. This role serves as a key member of the treatment team, supporting therapists, ensuring quality of care, and helping guide program development and clinical best practices. The ideal candidate is a strong clinician with leadership ability who is passionate about delivering high-quality behavioral health services. You will report to the Director of Clinical. The name Three Trails was selected to honor the historical significance of the city of Independence as the starting point for the Santa Fe, Oregon and California Trails. The logo icon is a compass, which is symbolic of wayfinding, and metaphorically the personal journey to recovery. The Groundbreaking for the new hospital was held in January 2025. Beam topping was held in July 2025. The facility is expected to open in the second half of 2026. Three Trails Behavioral Hospital will serve children and adolescents, adults and seniors with innovative and evidence-based inpatient behavioral healthcare focused on individual needs and comfort. It will create more than 200 new, full-time jobs including nurses, clinicians, therapists, technicians and administrative staff, when the facility is fully operational. It will be located at the intersection of I-70 and Little Blue Parkway, adjacent to the Children’s Mercy Hospital Outpatient Clinics. It will feature 120 licensed beds ready to meet the mental health needs of the surrounding community. It will span more than 88,000 square feet, and will include an activity yard and gym. Universal Health Services (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, with annual revenues during 2025 of $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required
Active licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent) required
Minimum of 2–4 years of behavioral health or psychiatric experience required
Strong clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and documentation skills
Ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards

Nice To Haves

Previous lead, senior clinician, or supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy in accordance with treatment
Serve as a clinical leader and resource for the therapy team
Assist in supervising, mentoring, and supporting therapists and interns
Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation and treatment planning
Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to coordinate comprehensive patient care
Support program development, group curriculum, and therapeutic interventions
Monitor quality and ensure compliance with Joint Commission, state, and UHSS standards
Participate in case reviews, treatment team meetings, and performance improvement initiatives
Assist leadership with workflow coordination and coverage needs