Mental Health Program Therapist (Inpatient)
About The Position
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PROGRAM THERAPIST! Behavioral Health / Social Worker / Mental Health Therapist Master’s Degree and Licensure (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT) strongly preferred. $75k-$102k annually | Full-time | Lacey, WA Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? As a Program Therapist (Behavioral Health Social Worker / Mental Health Therapist) at South Sound Behavioral Hospital in Lacey, WA, you’ll play a vital role in providing compassionate, evidence-based care to patients in our inpatient behavioral health programs. You will assess, plan, and deliver therapeutic services that help patients achieve stability and begin their recovery journey.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related mental health field.
- Washington State licensure (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent).
- Associate-level or license-eligible candidates encouraged to apply.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced inpatient environment.
- Candidates are required to acquire CPR certification and crisis intervention/management training within 30 days of employment to participate in restraining procedures.
- Flexibility in working hours is essential to meet program needs.
Nice To Haves
- Licensure (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT) strongly preferred.
- Candidates are encouraged to obtain acknowledgements from the Department of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR), such as Mental Health Provider and Children’s Mental Health Specialist, if eligible.
- This position demands a commitment to professional development and a willingness to adapt to the program's diverse and dynamic needs.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions focused on stabilization and recovery.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
- Coordinate discharge and aftercare planning to ensure continuity of care.
- Partner with nursing, medical, and support staff to provide high-quality, patient-centered treatment.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, case reviews, and program development initiatives.
Benefits
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Cafeteria on site
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
