Therapist - Hybrid

Discovery Behavioral Health•Austin, TX

3d•$74,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Therapist works within a multidisciplinary team to provide treatment services through the Professional Psychiatric Services division under DBH. The role provides therapy and clinical assessment services, including individual and family/support-system sessions, and facilitates intensive outpatient program groups. The Therapist supports patients in achieving and sustaining mental health wellness goals in a compassionate, professional environment. This is a full-time hybrid position requiring two days in the Westlake office. The role delivers 20–25 hours of direct client services each week and includes clinical documentation, admission assessments, insurance utilization reviews and prior authorizations, coordination with billing, support for clinical care coordinators, and participation in research and program development. Compensation is listed as $74,000–$90,000 with a bonus structure.

Requirements

Master’s or doctorate degree in a relevant field.
Completion of state requirements to obtain provisional licensure and later state clinical licensure to conduct therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

Complete clinical documentation in accordance with PPS division policy guidelines.
Establish therapeutic rapport with patients and their families or loved ones.
Provide 20–25 hours of direct client services each week to outpatient clients.
Facilitate intensive outpatient program groups three times a week.
Facilitate admission assessments and the admission process for new patients in a professional, courteous, and welcoming manner.
Complete an appropriate number of weekly therapy sessions, including family or support-system sessions aligned with each patient’s level of care.
Provide utilization reviews to insurance companies, including clinical information for initial and continuing-stay authorizations as necessary.
Communicate with the billing department about therapy services rendered.
Participate in research planning, analysis, development, and presentation.
Provide training and support to the clinical care coordinator as needed.
Participate in prior authorizations and utilization review for TMS, Spravato, and medications.
Support development of new therapeutic initiatives and programs as needed.
Advocate for clients when necessary.
Refer patients across Discovery Behavioral Health brands and service lines when clinically indicated.
Consult on potential referrals from other Discovery Behavioral Health brands when clinically indicated.
Provide backup technician support for TMS and Spravato as necessary.
Provide therapeutic intervention for patients undergoing Spravato and esketamine treatment.
Provide integrative therapy for patients receiving services within the practice.