Inpatient Therapist, Behavioral Health

Carrollton Springs | Collin Springs; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) retirement package

Employee Well-being programs

Job summary

Carrollton Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Inpatient Therapist to join our team in Carrollton, TX. This full-time days position focuses on individual and group therapy, family sessions, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or equivalent, and have a current license; CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days is required. We offer comprehensive benefits and career growth.

Qualifications

• Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients regarding psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems
• Displays active involvement in treatment planning process
• Provides family session counseling to all patients to ensure appropriate communication and involvement of family members and support groups
• Actively communicates with clients, families, and outside referral sources
• Demonstrates proactive communication with those involved with the patient’s treatment
• Works well with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, utilization review and nursing staff members
• Completes all documentation thoroughly, timely, and in accordance with hospital standards
• Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulations and abides by those standards

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or equivalent

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Carrollton Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an

Inpatient Therapist

Schedule: Full Time Days

Your Experience Matters

Carrollton Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Inpatient Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

An Inpatient Therapist who excels in this role:

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients regarding psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems


• Displays active involvement in treatment planning process


• Provides family session counseling to all patients to ensure appropriate communication and involvement of family members and support groups


• Actively communicates with clients, families, and outside referral sources


• Demonstrates proactive communication with those involved with the patient's treatment


• Works well with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, utilization review and nursing staff members


• Demonstrates active communication with team members


• Effectively communicates to UR on treatment and LOS issues


• Completes appropriate paperwork for clients in a timely, accurate and complete manner


• Demonstrates appropriate crisis intervention and de-escalation skills


• Acts as a member of team with crisis situation occurs, assisting others to ensure patient safety


• Completes accurate assessments of patients utilizing clinical skills


• Assists care coordination department as requested


• Completes all documentation thoroughly, timely, and in accordance with hospital standards


• Displays a thorough knowledge of confidentiality


• Completes releases appropriately


• Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulations and abides by those standards


• Demonstrates a working knowledge of all clinical regulations, including TJC, Medicaid, and state and federal laws


• Displays active involvement in the discharge, transition, and after-care planning treatment processes Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

Applicants should hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or equivalent (required). Additional requirements include:

• Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients


• CPR and de-escalation certification is required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.


• Current unencumbered Social Work or Counseling license as required by state regulations.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.


• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.


• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More About Carrollton Springs

Carrollton Springs is a 78-bed behavioral health hospital offering exceptional care to the Carrollton, TX community.

EEOC Statement

"Carrollton Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Carrollton Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.