Outpatient Therapist, Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health•Richmond, TX

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Therapist provides psychotherapy and counseling for patients experiencing psychiatric and substance abuse issues, including individual, group, and family therapy. The role includes patient assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, care coordination support, and discharge, transition, and after-care planning. The Therapist works closely with patients, families, referral sources, and an interdisciplinary team, and is responsible for accurate, timely documentation and compliance with confidentiality, HIPAA, and applicable clinical regulations. May be required to work flexible hours.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work or counseling, or relevant state licensure.
Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
Current unencumbered clinical license in accordance with state of practice guidelines.
CPR and CPI certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Conduct individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients about psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems.
Participate actively in the treatment planning process.
Provide family session counseling to support communication and family or support-group involvement.
Communicate proactively with clients, families, outside referral sources, and others involved in patient treatment.
Collaborate and communicate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, utilization review, and nursing staff.
Communicate treatment and length-of-stay issues to utilization review.
Complete client paperwork accurately, completely, and on time.
Use crisis intervention and de-escalation skills, supporting the team in maintaining patient safety during crises.
Complete accurate patient assessments using clinical skills and assist the care coordination department as requested.
Complete documentation thoroughly, promptly, and according to hospital standards.
Maintain confidentiality, complete releases appropriately, and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Demonstrate working knowledge of clinical regulations, including TJC, Medicaid, and state and federal laws.
Participate in discharge, transition, and after-care planning.
Perform other duties as assigned.