Inpatient Therapist — Impactful Behavioral Health Clinician

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking a compassionate Inpatient Therapist to provide individual and group therapy for adults in an inpatient behavioral health setting. You will perform psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, and treatment planning as part of an interdisciplinary team.

This full‑time role requires a master’s degree in a related field, DC licensure (LGPC/LPC/LGSW), and 1–2 years of clinical experience; CPR/BLS certification is also required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Current DC clinical licensure as LGPC, LPC, or LGSW.
• 1–2 years of direct clinical services experience in behavioral health.
• CPR/BLS certification (AHA).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intake and psychosocial assessments.
• Provide individual and group therapy for adults.
• Develop and facilitate therapeutic groups.
• Provide crisis intervention and support for acute needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team and physicians.
• Coordinate case management and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation per standards.
• Support a safe, therapeutic environment for stabilization.

Skills

Assessment skills

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Trauma-informed care

Therapy provision

Case management

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

DC licensure: LGPC/LPC/LGSW

Job description

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking a compassionate Inpatient Therapist to provide individual and group therapy for adults in an inpatient behavioral health setting. You will perform psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, and treatment planning as part of an interdisciplinary team.

This full‑time role requires a master’s degree in a related field, DC licensure (LGPC/LPC/LGSW), and 1–2 years of clinical experience; CPR/BLS certification is also required.