Outpatient Therapist (Dual License w/ LCDC) -Katy Clinic

West Oaks Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a compassionate Outpatient Therapist to join their dedicated team. This role involves working with adults and adolescents facing psychological challenges, providing therapy, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive treatment. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and appropriate licensure, along with a commitment to personal development and effective patient care. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field is required, preferably in Social Work.
• Licensure as LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, or LMSW with LCDC or LCDC-I is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and therapy sessions for patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for crisis intervention and treatment planning.

Skills

Therapeutic Communication

Crisis Intervention

Group Therapy

Psychosocial Assessment

Education

Master’s Degree in Human Services

Master’s in Social Work

Tools

CPR Certification

Hospital De-escalation Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Outpatient Therapist (Dual License w/ LCDC)-Katy Clinic

At West Oaks Outpatient Branches, we provide a broad continuum of outpatient mental health services for adolescents, adults and seniors. Our entire staff has been trained in a treatment model of social learning and positive reinforcement that promotes positive behaviors. Outpatient programs teach life skills and coping mechanisms intended to enrich patients’ lives.

West Oaks Outpatient Branches Houston is seeking a dedicated and positive Therapist to join our team of compassionate, dedicated professionals. The Outpatient Therapist will work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing a range of psychological and complex life experiences. The Therapist will also be responsible for collaborating with the patient, family/support, multidisciplinary team, outside providers, and community agencies to support and coordinate treatment and discharge planning. Outpatient Therapist will be responsible for continuing their personal development to enhance practice. Works with adolescent and children.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Complete Psychosocial Assessments, treatment Plan reviews, individual therapy, group therapy and family therapy sessions within established timeframes either face to face or telephonically-with all patients, family and significant others.
• Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team including physicians, RNs, Care Managers and other healthcare team members in crisis intervention; creating behavioral plans, case conferences, client centered interventions and discharge planning.
• Conducts assigned therapeutic groups. Provides comprehensive education, instructions, advocacy information designed to assist the patient and significant others to identify and secure needed health care follow-up services.

Qualifications

• Education Required: Master’s Degree in Human Services related field. Preferred: Master’s in Social Work.
• Licensure: LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, or LMSW with LCDC or LCDC-I. CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications.
• Experience Required: One year of clinical experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.