Therapist

Cedar Ridge Hospital; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital in Oklahoma City is seeking a Group Therapist to conduct group therapy for acute and residential youth and adult patients. You will develop an evidence-based curriculum, document within set timelines, and shape the group therapy program to meet patient and facility needs.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and clinical skills, with experience in behavioral health settings and the ability to manage potentially aggressive patients while

Qualifications

• Licensed Masters Level Therapist or Social Worker or Under Supervision for License.
• LCSW preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Drug test required and national background check.
• Physical agility to manage patients and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong computer skills and excellent communication.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Exposure to psychiatric patients with potential aggression.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group therapy to meet caseload requirements for Acute/Residential patients.
• Develop and utilize an evidence-based group therapy curriculum.
• Complete documentation within established timeframes and formats.
• Design, structure, and implement group therapy services to meet patient needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong leadership

Strong computer skills

Physical agility

Education

Licensed Masters Level Therapist or Social Worker or Under Supervision for License

LCSW preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Clinical Services Director, the Group Therapist primary role will be to conduct group therapy to meet caseload requirements for Acute or Residential Child/Adolescent and/or Adult patients. Responsible for developing and/or utilizing an evidenced based group therapy curriculum and completing documentation within established time frames and formats. Responsible for design, structure, and implementation of group therapy services to best meet the needs of patients and facility

Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital (a UHS facility) Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital provides inpatient and residential treatment services for youth ages 5-17, as well as inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services for adults ages 18+. Our treatment programs provide a structured and supportive treatment environment that promotes self-acceptance and helps stabilize patients suffering from acute psychiatric illness. Our multidisciplinary treatment teams consist of psychiatrists, licensed therapists and highly specialized nurses who collaborate to develop and implement effective and compassionate treatment plans for our patients. Cedar Ridge is a behavioral health facility that encompasses a 206-bed acute psychiatric hospital and residential treatment center on a beautifully wooded campus with a stocked pond, school, gym, outdoor courtyard and playground. Website: www.cedarridgebhs.com

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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Qualifications

• Licensed Masters Level Therapist or Social Worker or Under Supervision for Lcense
• LCSW Preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Successfully complete a drug test
• Successfully pass a national background check
• Physical agility to manage patients
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong Computer skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Strong Leadership skills
• Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior

EEO Statement

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