Licensed Therapist (PRN – Weekend Shift) - Behavioral Health

UHS • Enid, OK

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Health is seeking a Licensed Therapist for the Behavioral Health Program at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center in Enid, Oklahoma. The program is a 15-bed mental health unit. This PRN position is scheduled for weekend shifts and calls for a licensed therapist with a strong background in providing therapeutic services to individuals, couples, families, or groups. The therapist uses a compassionate, client-centered approach to support patients’ mental health and well-being, while adhering to ethical standards, professional codes of conduct, licensing requirements, and client confidentiality and privacy rights.

The role may involve contact with patients experiencing moderate to severe psychiatric concerns or behavioral issues, including possible exposure to violent behavior. The therapist conducts assessments and evaluations, develops individualized treatment plans, provides evidence-based interventions and counseling, and supports clients through education and crisis intervention. The role also shares on-call responsibilities with other LMHP therapists for intervention, evaluation, collaboration, and placement of patients in the Emergency Department and other hospital units.

The therapist maintains confidential clinical documentation and required reports, coordinates care with healthcare professionals, consults colleagues on complex cases, collaborates with court systems when needed, and participates in the Referral Development Committee and referral development process. The position operates in a professional office and/or clinical environment and uses standard office equipment and specified software. Other duties may be assigned or required.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of related work experience.
• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Current and valid Oklahoma state licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or equivalent.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse populations.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• BLS certification required.
• SECURE training required within 60 days of hiring and annually thereafter.
• Ability to read and comprehend moderate to complex instructions and correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations to patients and families, program leadership, employees, clients, providers, and vendors.
• Ability to work in a professional office and/or clinical environment, with possible exposure to patients with moderate to severe psychiatric concerns, behavioral issues, or violent behavior.
• Use of Microsoft products, Cerner, and RightFax.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ mental health, emotional well-being, and psychosocial needs.
• Collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Share on-call responsibilities with other LMHP therapists to provide intervention, evaluation, collaboration, and placement for patients in the Emergency Department and other hospital units.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including progress notes, treatment plans, and assessments.
• Prepare and submit required reports in accordance with legal and ethical guidelines.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Consult with colleagues on complex cases and treatment approaches.
• Collaborate with court systems when necessary.
• Serve on the Referral Development Committee and participate effectively in the referral development process.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions and counseling using various modalities.
• Facilitate individual, couples, family, or group therapy sessions as appropriate.
• Educate clients about mental health conditions, treatment options, coping strategies, and self-care techniques.
• Promote mental health awareness and prevention within the community.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients in acute distress.
• Assess risk factors and make appropriate referrals when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by the position.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (listed for full-time positions).
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan (listed for full-time positions).
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan (listed for full-time positions).
• Long- and short-term disability (listed for full-time positions).
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings Account (listed for full-time positions).
• Life insurance (listed for full-time positions).
• Career development opportunities within the company (listed for full-time positions).
• Tuition assistance (listed for full-time positions).
• Rewarding work environment (listed for full-time positions).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level