Lead Therapist, Behavioral Health

Triangle Springs; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO and leave policies

Tuition assistance and loan options

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Employee well-being programs

Job summary

Triangle Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Lead Therapist in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on supervising therapy services, coordinating care, and ensuring regulatory compliance within behavioral health settings.

The position requires a Master's in Social Work or Counseling, active licensure, and CPR/De-escalation certification (or within 30 days). Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and robust dispute resolution, with comprehensive benefits and ongoing

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent required.
• Current clinical or social work license as required by state regulations.
• CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients for safety and report concerns or potential substance use.
• Conduct drug screenings in collaboration with outpatient nursing staff.
• Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions for behavioral health or substance use.
• Lead treatment planning and revise goals based on progress.
• Oversee discharges and develop after-care plans with follow-up.
• Communicate with patients, families, and referrals in line with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Collaborate with physicians, UR, and nursing staff on patient care and length of stay.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Licensed clinical or social work license (state)

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Triangle 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.

Lead Therapist

Schedule: Full-time

Your Experience Matters

Triangle 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 a Lead 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

A Lead Therapist who excels in this role:

• Monitor patients for safety and report concerns or potential substance use to the Program Manager.
• Conduct drug screenings as needed, in collaboration with outpatient nursing staff.
• Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions for patients with behavioral health or substance use concerns.
• Actively engage patients in group settings, lead therapeutic discussions, and implement group programming tools and resources.
• Lead treatment planning and revise goals as patient progress is evaluated.
• Oversee patient discharges and develop thorough after-care plans with appropriate follow-up.
• Communicate proactively with patients, families, and referral sources in alignment with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Collaborate consistently with physicians, UR, and nursing staff on patient care and length of stay determinations.
• Complete documentation and assessments, including psychosocial evaluations and outcome measures such as Columbia, BASIS-32, or CABA.
• Participate in crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed, and initiate facility code responses per protocol.
• Respond to crisis calls and support patient safety planning as necessary.
• Participate in discharge planning by coordinating appointments, referrals, and hand-offs to aftercare services.
• Support care coordination and assist in group therapy development.
• Ensure all clinical documentation is timely, thorough, and meets regulatory standards.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and compliance with federal and state behavioral health regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent required.
• License: Current clinical or social work license as required by state regulations.
• Certifications: CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.

More About Triangle Springs

Triangle Springs is a 77- bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Raleigh community for over 8 years. We are proud to be recognized as Joint Commission Accredited and Psych Armor Certified.

EEOC Statement

"Triangle Springs Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Triangle Springs Hospital 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.