Diversion Program Therapist - Behavioral Health

Perimeter Healthcare; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive clinical leadership

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas is seeking a Licensed Program Therapist to support the Diversion Program for justice-involved individuals. The role involves assessments, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, and discharge planning under the Director of Clinical Services.

Qualifications include a Texas license (LPC/LMSW/LCSW/LMFT or equivalents) and a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field, with at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related behavioral health field.
• Current Texas license or associate license (LPC, LPC Associate, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMFT Associate).
• Minimum one year of behavioral health experience.
• Experience conducting mental health assessments, crisis intervention, and individual/group therapy.
• Strong documentation, communication, and clinical assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health assessments, crisis intervention, individual therapy, and group counseling.
• Develop and implement diagnostic assessments and treatment plans; manage caseloads.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community reintegration for Diversion Program participants.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR (Electronic Health Records)

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas is seeking a Licensed Program Therapist to support the Diversion Program for justice-involved individuals. The role involves assessments, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, and discharge planning under the Director of Clinical Services.

Qualifications include a Texas license (LPC/LMSW/LCSW/LMFT or equivalents) and a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field, with at least one year of relevant experience.