Lead Behavioral Health Therapist - Full-Time

Lifepoint Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Paid Family Leave

Tuition Assistance & 401(k) match

Mental health & wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mesa Springs Innovations-Arlington, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Lead Therapist to provide comprehensive behavioral health services. You will oversee therapy sessions, lead treatment planning, and coordinate discharges with aftercare plans in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling, strong clinical experience, and licensure aligned with Texas regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling required.
• Strong clinical experience required; background in chemical dependency and dual diagnosis preferred.
• CPR Certification and De-escalation certification required or to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current clinical or social work license as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients for safety and report concerns.
• Conduct drug screenings in collaboration with outpatient nursing staff.
• Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions for behavioral health or substance use concerns.
• Lead treatment planning and revise goals as patient progress is evaluated.
• Oversee patient discharges and develop thorough after-care plans with follow-up.
• Communicate with patients, families, and referral sources in alignment with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Collaborate with physicians, UR, and nursing staff on patient care and length of stay determinations.
• Complete documentation and assessments, including psychosocial evaluations and outcome measures.
• Participate in crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed.

Skills

Clinical experience

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Chemical dependency background

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

Mesa Springs Innovations-Arlington, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Lead Therapist to provide comprehensive behavioral health services. You will oversee therapy sessions, lead treatment planning, and coordinate discharges with aftercare plans in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling, strong clinical experience, and licensure aligned with Texas regulations.