Impactful Group Therapist for Acute Behavioral Health

Cedar Ridge Hospital; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital, a UHS facility, seeks a Group Therapist to lead specialized group therapies for youth and adults. You will develop evidence-based curriculums and ensure timely documentation in a multidisciplinary setting.

Under supervision, you will collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses and therapists to tailor programs, assess progress, and adapt groups to patient needs, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed Masters level therapist or social worker, or under supervision for license.
• LCSW preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Successfully complete a drug test.
• Successfully pass a national background check.
• Physical agility to manage patients.
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong Computer skills.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Strong Leadership skills.
• Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group therapy for Acute or Residential Child/Adolescent and/or Adult patients.
• Develop and/or utilize an evidenced based group therapy curriculum.
• Complete documentation within established time frames and formats.
• Design, structure, and implement group therapy services to meet patient needs and facility.

Skills

Licensed professional

LCSW preferred

Strong communication

Leadership

Physical agility

Drug test

Background check

Computer skills

Education

Masters degree in Social Work or Counseling

Under supervision for license

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Clinical Services Director, the Group Therapist primary role will be to conduct group therapy to meet caseload requirements for Acute or Residential Child/Adolescent and/or Adult patients. Responsible for developing and/or utilizing an evidenced based group therapy curriculum and completing documentation within established time frames and formats.Responsible for design, structure, and implementation of group therapy services to best meet the needs of patients and facility

Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital (a UHS facility) Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospitalprovides inpatient and residential treatment services for youth ages 5-17, as well as inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services for adults ages 18+. Our treatment programs provide a structured and supportive treatment environment that promotes self-acceptance and helps stabilize patients suffering from acute psychiatric illness. Our multidisciplinary treatment teams consist of psychiatrists, licensed therapists and highly specialized nurses who collaborate to develop and implement effective and compassionate treatment plans for our patients. Cedar Ridge is a behavioral health facility that encompasses a 206-bed acute psychiatric hospital and residential treatment center on a beautifully wooded campus with a stocked pond, school, gym, outdoor courtyard and playground.Website:www.cedarridgebhs.com

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive Compensation andGenerous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• Employee Assistance Program available for employees and family
• 401(K)with company match and discounted stock plan
• Basic Life Insurance and Optional supplemental life insurance
• Referral & Sign-On Bonus Options for Certain Positions
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More Information is available on our benefits Guest Website:benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemedFortune500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one ofFortuneWorld’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visitwww.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

• Licensed Masters Level Therapist or Social Worker or Under Supervision for Lcense
• LCSW Preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Successfully complete a drug test
• Successfully pass a national background check
• Physical agility to manage patients
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong Computer skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Strong Leadership skills
• Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior

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