Partial Hospitalization Program Therapist (PHP) Behavioral Health

Memorial Physician Practices; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & leave

Education assistance

401(k) match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Collin Springs is seeking an Adolescent PHP Therapist to provide individual, group, and family therapy within a behavioral health setting in Frisco, TX. You will participate in treatment planning, documentation, and crisis de-escalation, ensuring high-quality, confidential care for adolescents with psychological and substance use needs.

Join a collaborative team and contribute to discharge planning and continuity of care while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent required.
• Experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility with adolescents preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required or within 30 days of hire.
• Current clinical or social work license as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for adolescents.
• Participate in treatment planning, discharge, transition, and after-care processes.
• Provide family therapy to support continuity of care.
• Support with patient vitals and urine drug screening as needed.
• Communicate with patients, families, and referral sources per HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Complete psychosocial assessments, Columbia Suicide Risk Scale, and progress notes.
• Respond to crises and participate in de-escalation procedures.

Skills

Individual therapy

Group therapy

HIPAA compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

Your experience matters

Collin Springs/Changes-Frisco 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 an Adolescent PHP 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

An Adolescent PHP Therapist who excels in this role:

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate and treat patients experiencing psychological, emotional, or substance use issues.
• Actively participates in treatment planning, discharge, transition, and after-care processes.
• Provides family therapy sessions as needed to support continuity of care and reduce barriers to treatment.
• Supports with patient vitals and urine drug screening (UDS) as needed.
• Communicates proactively with patients, families, and referral sources in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Collaborates consistently with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, UR, and nursing staff.
• Supports UR team functions and provide treatment updates or documentation for authorizations.
• Completes required clinical paperwork including psychosocial assessments, Columbia Suicide Risk Scale, and progress notes.
• Responds appropriately to patient crises and participate in de-escalation procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of confidentiality, HIPAA, and clinical regulations (TJC, CARF, Medicaid, etc.).
• Assists care coordination with discharge planning and continuity of care.
• Completes all documentation thoroughly, accurately, and within facility timelines.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by leadership.

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, tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• 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 lookingfor

Applicants should have a Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or equivalent required. Additional requirements include:

• Previous experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility, with direct experience working with adolescents, chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, and psychiatric patients preferred.
• CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Current clinical or social work license as required by state regulations

More about Collin Springs

Collin Springs is a Behavioral Health hospital, offering exceptional care to the McKinney, TX community.

EEOC Statement

Collin Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Collin Springs 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.