Licensed Outpatient Therapist

Signet Health Corporation•Washington, DC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Signet Health is seeking a licensed therapist to join a highly stable, award-winning outpatient behavioral health program embedded within MedStar Washington Hospital Center. This program operates under a long-standing, well-established contract and was named Outpatient Program of the Year in 2024. This role is ideal for therapists who value structured outpatient practice, predictable hours, and office based care, while also appreciating exposure to a broad continuum of services within a growing hospital-based behavioral health program. This position is a strong fit for Therapists who: Prefer a Monday - Friday daytime schedule Enjoy structured, time-limited outpatient therapy Value in-person clinical relationships and team collaboration Want exposure to multiple levels of care without permanent placement in higher-acuity settings Are seeking a stable, long-term W-2 position with full benefits and institutional support Are open to continue learning and multi-state licensure growth with employer support The Outpatient Behavioral Health program at MedStar Washington Hospital Center is a mature, high-performing service line with a strong reputation for clinical excellence and operational consistency. The team delivers evidence-based, time-limited outpatient care while maintaining integration across higher levels of care. The program has received consistent recognition for quality outcomes, including Program of the Year (2024), and operates within fully accredited DBH and TJC programs, offering a compliant, well-supported clinical environment. What Sets This Position Apart Fully benefited W-2 role (not contract or PRN) Predictable weekday schedule – no nights, weekends, or on-call Primary focus on outpatient individual therapy, utilizing a time-limited, short-term treatment model Opportunity for clinical variety through structured cross-coverage support in: Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Virtual Therapy Addiction services Group therapy Free onsite parking and access to nearby restaurants and amenities Collaborative interdisciplinary team, including: Licensed social workers, psychologists, and counselors Psychiatrists Medical assistants and nursing support Strong administrative and operational infrastructure, including: Scheduling and patient registration support Revenue cycle and credentialing teams HR and onsite operational leadership Programs are fully accredited by the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) and The Joint Commission (TJC) About Signet Health Signet Health partners, with leading healthcare systems nationwide, deliver high-quality behavioral health services. At MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Signet maintains a long-standing, stable partnership, with Therapists fully embedded within the outpatient behavioral health program and supported by hospital-based infrastructure.

Requirements

Must have active DC licensure required at time of hire (LICSW, LCSW, LCPC, LPC, or equivalent)
Prior outpatient behavioral health experience
Comfort with short-term treatment models and interdisciplinary collaboration
Familiarity with working within a healthcare setting and hospital setting

Nice To Haves

Maryland and Virginia licensure strongly preferred
Willingness to obtain MD and VA licensure within the first year of employment (company supported)

Responsibilities

Provide outpatient individual psychotherapy and treatment planning using a time-limited treatment approach
Provide cross-coverage support, as needed, for: PHP, IOP, and addiction services
Initial assessments, Intakes
Group therapy services
Collaborate with psychiatrists and interdisciplinary care team members
Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation
Participate in case consultation, team meetings, and program activities
Practice within DBH and TJC-accredited program standards