Licensed Therapist - (PRN) (ADMISSIONS)

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a licensed therapist to join Admissions to oversee the patient intake process, assessments, and coordination with referral sources and families. The role focuses on accurate documentation and smooth admission flow for patients across inpatient and outpatient services.

Requires a Mississippi license (LCSW/LMSW/LPC) and 2–4 years of psychiatric setting experience; team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth and specialized training within UHS

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current Mississippi license as a LCSW, LMSW, or LPC.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, document, and facilitate the patient intake process per hospital policies; conduct comprehensive admission assessments.
• Collaborate with clinical staff and families to ensure appropriate level-of-care placement and timely admission.

Education

Master’s Degree

Mississippi licensure (LCSW/LMSW/LPC)

Job description

Responsibilities

WE ARE HIREING A PRN LICENSED THEREAPIST FOR ADMISSIONS!

We are looking for looking for a dynamic Licensed Therapist to join our Admissions Department!

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a provider of quality psychiatric treatment services for adults, children and adolescents. Our outpatient services are a convenient drive to areas in Hinds County, Madison County and Rankin County. We also provide inpatient services for those who need more structured treatment. As a leading provider of behavioral health services, our goal is to help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. Our dedicated team of professionals provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a secure and nurturing environment. Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a 120-bed acute psychiatric care facility located in Flowood, Mississippi. We are accredited by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and certified by Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE®. We provide psychiatric treatment for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia, phobia and more. It is important these issues get treated so individuals are able to lead a healthy and happy life.

Position Summary

Therapist - Admissions Coordinator- is responsible for planning, coordinating, documenting, and facilitating the patient intake process in accordance with the hospital’s established policies and procedures, including conducting comprehensive admission assessments, gathering clinical and psychosocial information, and coordinating with referral sources, patients, and families to ensure appropriate level-of-care placement; ensures all admission documentation is completed accurately and in compliance with hospital standards and regulatory requirements; collaborates with clinical staff to initiate the Master Treatment Plan at the time of admission and communicates relevant patient information to the treatment team to support continuity of care; provides crisis assessment as needed and works closely with physicians, nursing staff, and families to ensure a smooth, timely, and efficient admission process while promoting a positive patient and family experience.

What do our current employees value at Brentwood and UHS?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

Benefit & Rewards 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!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

Qualifications

Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university; a current Mississippi license as a LCSW, LMSW, or LPC; and two years’ experience in an psychiatric setting.

LMSW, LCSW or LPC and four years experience in a psychiatric setting.

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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