Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Therapist, Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health • Fort Worth, TX

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The PHP Therapist is responsible for delivering therapeutic services to individuals in the Partial Hospitalization Program, including group and individual therapy, discharge planning, and communication with interdisciplinary and external stakeholders. The role supports patients with psychiatric, emotional, and/or substance use disorders throughout their treatment journey.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social work, Counseling or equivalent (required)
• Experience may be substituted for education.
• CPR Certification and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Current Clinical or Social Work license as required by state regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions to educate and treat patients experiencing psychological, emotional, or substance use issues.
• Actively participate in treatment planning, discharge, transition, and after-care processes.
• Provide family therapy sessions as needed to support continuity of care and reduce barriers to treatment.
• Support with patient vitals and urine drug screening (UDS) as needed.
• Communicate proactively with patients, families, and referral sources in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Collaborate consistently with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, UR, and nursing staff.
• Support UR team functions and provide treatment updates or documentation for authorizations.
• Complete required clinical paperwork including psychosocial assessments, Columbia Suicide Risk Scale, and progress notes.
• Respond appropriately to patient crises and participate in de-escalation procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of confidentiality, HIPAA, and clinical regulations (TJC, CARF, Medicaid, etc.).
• Assist care coordination with discharge planning and continuity of care.
• Complete all documentation thoroughly, accurately, and within facility timelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage
• Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid family leave
• Paid time off
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance
• Loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement package and company match
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs)
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level