Forensic Unit Therapist (Inpatient)

Lifepoint Health®; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Therapist for the Forensic Unit in Holyoke, MA. Full-time days with a Monday–Friday 7am–3:30pm schedule and a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

The role supports inpatient and outpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment across age groups. A Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling and an active state license are required, along with CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent is required.
• Current clinical or social work license by state regulations required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions educating patients on psychological, emotional, or substance abuse issues.
• Active involvement in treatment planning process.
• Provides family session counseling to ensure communication and involvement of family members.
• Communicates with clients, families, and outside referral sources.
• Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulations and hospital confidentiality standards.
• Completes all documentation timely and accurately in accordance with hospital policies.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent

Current clinical or social work license by state regulations

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Therapist for the Forensic Unit in Holyoke, MA. Full-time days with a Monday–Friday 7am–3:30pm schedule and a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

The role supports inpatient and outpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment across age groups. A Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling and an active state license are required, along with CPR/BLS certification.