Licensed Outpatient Therapist - PRN (Weekdays)

Acadia Healthcare; Weldon Spring (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterPointe Hospital in St. Charles, MO, is seeking a Licensed Outpatient Therapist for PRN weekday coverage. The role offers hourly pay ranging from $25.43 to $42.45 and involves treating adolescents and adults with anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and related conditions.

The position emphasizes a mission-driven team, opportunities to expand clinical skills, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in patient lives with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services.
• One or more years’ experience with comparable patient population.
• Requisite state or national licensure for professional therapy providers or eligible for state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating diagnosed emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.
• Conduct individual, group or family sessions as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.
• Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate additional services needed, revising as necessary.
• Maintain documentation of therapy services according to facility and professional standards and revisions as indicated.
• Maintain a caseload as assigned.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient.
• May provide services in inpatient or outpatient setting.
• May perform case management, discharge or after care planning as needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers; address complaints and prioritize patient safety.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services field

Job description

Overview

Licensed Outpatient Therapist - PRN (Weekdays)

Hourly Rate: $25.43 - $42.45

Join Our Team as a PRN Outpatient Therapist!

At CenterPointe Hospital in St. Charles, MO, we’re dedicated to supporting adolescents and adults as they navigate challenges like anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and more—and we’d truly love for you to be part of our caring community.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A welcoming, mission-driven team that genuinely supports one another
• Opportunities to expand and strengthen your clinical skills
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and their families
• Competitive pay and benefits

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.
• Conduct individual, group or family sessions as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.
• Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed, revising as necessary.
• Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards and revising as indicated by facility or professional standard.
• Maintain a caseload as assigned.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient, as appropriate to their treatment plan.
• May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
• May perform case management, discharge or after care planning as needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services field required.
• One or more years’ experience working with comparable patient population required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Requisite state or national licensure for professional therapy providers or eligible for state licensure as a professional therapy provider.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

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