Crisis & Psychotherapy Therapist – Licensed Clinician

Duke; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist for Crisis Triage in Durham, NC. The role focuses on psychosocial assessments, diagnosis, and psychotherapy with a patient-centered approach.

Expect 80% direct patient care, with schedule and location adjustments per departmental needs. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in human services with licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LCMHC) and have 2+ years of outpatient psychotherapy experience, including crisis intervention capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in human services or related field.
• Two years of outpatient psychotherapy experience as a licensed clinician.
• Current licensure as LCSW/LMFT/LCMHC, LCAS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments to identify emotional, social, and environmental needs.
• Develop and implement comprehensive psychosocial treatment plans.
• Deliver crisis, individual, couples, family, or group therapies as appropriate.
• Screen and diagnose DSM-based conditions and manage treatment.
• May participate in on-call or after-hours coverage.
• Educate patients and families about adaptation to illness and treatment.

Skills

Psychotherapy

Assessment

Crisis intervention

DSM diagnoses

Team collaboration

Epic experience

Education

Master's degree in human services

Licensed clinician (LCSW/LMFT/LCMHC)

Job description

Duke Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist for Crisis Triage in Durham, NC. The role focuses on psychosocial assessments, diagnosis, and psychotherapy with a patient-centered approach.

Expect 80% direct patient care, with schedule and location adjustments per departmental needs. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in human services with licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LCMHC) and have 2+ years of outpatient psychotherapy experience, including crisis intervention capabilities.