PHP Therapist, Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health • Mckinney, TX

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Collin Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast, driven by a profound commitment to prioritize employee well-being to provide exceptional patient care. As a PHP Therapist, you will join a team dedicated to making communities healthier®. Collin Springs is a 72-bed Behavioral Health hospital in McKinney, TX, offering exceptional care. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care, spanning 29 states with 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and over 170 additional sites of care. The company is committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity, and producing value with an inclusive workforce that leverages and respects diversity.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or equivalent (required).
• A current clinical or social work license as required by state regulations.
• CPR certification and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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