Group Therapist - Full Time

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health, part of The Carolina Center family, is seeking a Full Time Masters Level Group Therapist/Clinician to provide group therapy, crisis intervention, and evidence-based treatment planning for patients across inpatient, partial hospitalization and outpatient settings.

Join a dedicated team delivering compassionate behavioral health services in the Greenville/Upstate region with a focus on recovery, safety and individualized care plans.

Qualifications

• Masterers degree required in social work, psychology, mental health counseling or similar.
• Licensure preferred and clinical assessment skills emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Lead therapeutic group sessions for diverse patient populations including crisis stabilization, geriatric, adolescent and adult behavioral health.
• Facilitate psychoeducational, process-oriented, and skills-based therapeutic groups.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation including group notes and treatment updates.
• Coordinate care with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, case managers and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients on coping skills, symptom management, relapse prevention, stress reduction and wellness strategies.
• Foster engagement, therapeutic communication and meaningful participation among group members.
• Assist with discharge planning and continuity of care recommendations when appropriate.

Skills

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Engagement

Education

Master's degree in social work/psychology/mental health counseling

Tools

Telephone systems

Paging system

Audio-visual equipment

Fax machine

Copy machine

First aid items

Program manuals

Shredder

Job description

Responsibilities

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health is currently looking for a Master's Level Group Therapist/Clinician to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Who We Are

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health is a 156‑bed private behavioral health system located on 13 acres in the Greenville, South Carolina Area. Specializing in psychiatric programs and substance abuse treatments such as detox and rehab, The Carolina Center serves Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, and areas throughout South Carolina and western North Carolina. Programs are available at various levels of care to accommodate the severity of every patient’s condition: inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient treatment.

To learn more visit: https://thecarolinacenter.com/

Who You Are

It’s the opportunity to make a difference that drives you. It’s taking the time to really listen to a patient so you can do your best to help. It’s the camaraderie among professionals who push you further than you ever thought you could go. You are as equally diligent and attentive during quiet times as you are in a crisis situation. You are a highly empathetic individual with a high level of emotional and social intelligence. Your satisfaction comes from a patient’s noticeable progress or a sincere word of thanks from your patient's family. These experiences solidify your dedication to helping others.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Full Time Master’s Level Group Therapist/Clinician to provide therapeutic services to patients, including group therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead therapeutic group sessions for diverse patient populations, including crisis stabilization, geriatric, adolescent, and adult behavioral health populations
• Facilitate psychoeducational, process-oriented, and skills-based therapeutic groups
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, including group notes and treatment updates
• Coordinate care with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, case managers, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive treatment
• Educate patients on coping skills, symptom management, relapse prevention, stress reduction, and wellness strategies
• Foster engagement, therapeutic communication, and meaningful participation among group members
• Assist with discharge planning and continuity of care recommendations when appropriate

Schedule Options

This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling options:

• Monday – Friday
• Tuesday – Saturday
• Sunday – Thursday

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in social work, psychology, mental health counseling or a similar educational degree required. Licensure preferred.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills. Must have strong clinical assessment skills. Addiction recovery and suicide prevention experience preferred. Experience facilitating therapeutic groups in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, or behavioral health setting preferred.

Machines, Tools, & Equipment: Telephone, computer and software programs, paging system, audio‑visual equipment, fax machine, copy machine, physical restraints, first aid items, program manuals, and shredder.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.