Behavioral Health Therapist

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive pay and full benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO. The role supports psychosocial needs, develops treatment plans, and leads therapeutic interventions within a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Master’s in a behavioral health field and 1–3 years of related experience, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field is required.
• 1–3 years of behavioral health experience preferred.
• Knowledge of human behavior, symptoms of mental illness, and therapeutic interventions.
• De-escalation, crisis management, and stress reduction techniques.
• Understanding of managed care and community resource coordination.
• Strong collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes psychosocial assessments and functional evaluations for assigned patients.
• Develops individualized plans of care and actively participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, medical providers, referral sources, and community partners to support coordination and continuity of care.
• Facilitates therapeutic interventions including individual, group, and/or family therapy, based on scope of practice.
• Supports discharge planning and resource navigation for post-hospital care.
• Documents all clinical interventions and communications in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in staff development, orientation, and education of assigned personnel or students.
• Responds appropriately to crisis situations, including de-escalation strategies and emergency response protocols.

Skills

Human behavior understanding

De-escalation techniques

Crisis management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, & vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Life Insurance is also available.
• Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement- because we invest in your future.
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off – Generous paid time off- giving you a good work/life balance and time to recharge.

Role: Behavioral Health Therapist

Location: Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, Poplar Bluff, MO

Schedule: Full Time- Day shift 8:00am-4:30pm with rotating occasional weekend

Job Summary

The Behavioral Health Therapist collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team to support the psychosocial and emotional needs of patients. This role is responsible for conducting functional assessments, developing treatment plans, leading therapeutic interventions, and facilitating discharge planning to ensure continuity of care. The Behavioral Health Therapist plays a key role in patient and family engagement, crisis intervention, and care coordination across the continuum.

Essential Functions

• Completes timely and accurate psychosocial assessments and functional evaluations for assigned patients.
• Develops individualized plans of care based on patient needs, and actively participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, medical providers, referral sources, and community partners to support coordination and continuity of care.
• Facilitates therapeutic interventions including individual, group, and/or family therapy, based on scope of practice and patient needs.
• Supports discharge planning and resource navigation for post-hospital care.
• Documents all clinical interventions and communications in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in staff development, orientation, and education of assigned personnel or students.
• Responds appropriately to crisis situations, including implementation of de-escalation strategies and emergency response protocols.
• Reports and documents unexpected incidents or adverse events, supporting investigations and corrective actions when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field required
• 1-3 years prior behavioral health experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of human behavior, symptoms of mental illness, and therapeutic interventions.
• Proficient in de-escalation, crisis management, and stress reduction techniques.
• Strong understanding of managed care and community resource coordination.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Skilled in documentation, communication, and patient education.

Licenses and Certifications

• LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure required or
• LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• De-escalation training certification within 30 days of hire required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred