Licensed Therapist (Inpatient)

Universal Health Services; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging environment

Generous PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Student loan refinancing

Career development

Job summary

River Oaks Hospital in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a licensed Social Worker/Therapist for full-time, providing individual, family and group therapy. Under supervision, you will write admission assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries, acting as liaison with families and referral sources. CMS Standards guide practice.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a mental health field from an accredited university.
• Current Louisiana licensure (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) or pursuing licensure under supervision.
• Two years post-graduate experience in mental health preferred; experience with individual, family and group therapy.
• Ability to develop admission assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries within established time frames.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to meet caseloads.
• Develop admission assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Liaise with families, outside agencies, and referral sources.
• Adhere to CMS Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care.

Skills

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Group therapy

Clinical assessment

Education

Master's degree in mental health

Job description

Responsibilities

WHO WE ARE: River Oaks Hospital (a UHS affilicated hospital), located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders. Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient). For more information please visit: https://riveroakshospital.com/

POSITION SUMMARY:

River Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented licensed Social Worker/Therapist- Full Time. U Under the supervision of the Clinical Services Director or the director of outpatient Services, the Therapist provides individual, family, and group therapy to meet caseload requirements. Responsible for developing and writing admission assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries within established time frames and formats. Is a liaison with families, outside agencies and referral sources. Responsible for assessment, design, structure, and implementation of therapy services to best meet the needs of patients and families. Performs duties in accordance with the CMS Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, and facility mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards.

BENEITS HIGHLIGHTS:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Experience: Two years post graduate work experience in mental health or related field preferred. Two years direct practice experience and/or clinical (graduate, continuing ed., etc.) training specific to individual, family and group therapy (if specialized issues group, training must be specific to issue).
• Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health field required.
• Licensure/Certification: Must have a current certification or licensure by the State of Louisiana (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) or under supervision pursuing licensure for LCSW, LPC, or LMFT.
• Working Knowledge: Must have good clinical skills to assess dynamics accurately and develop effective treatment strategies within the context of the overall treatment plan. Must have good analytical ability to evaluate information reported by all members of the treatment team and revise treatment strategies accordingly. Must have communication and teamwork abilities to support the clinicians, nurses and utilization review colleagues working with the population. Must possess a working knowledge of how to identify appropriate referral resources within the community and organizational skills to engage in case management, including discharge planning.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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