Behavioral Health Therapist PRN

About the role

The Behavioral Health Therapist collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team to support the psychosocial and emotional needs of patients. This role is responsible for conducting functional assessments, developing treatment plans, leading therapeutic interventions, and facilitating discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities

• Completes timely and accurate psychosocial assessments and functional evaluations for assigned patients.
• Develops individualized plans of care based on patient needs, and actively participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, medical providers, referral sources, and community partners to support coordination and continuity of care.
• Facilitates therapeutic interventions including individual, group, and/or family therapy, based on scope of practice and patient needs.
• Supports discharge planning and resource navigation for post-hospital care.
• Documents all clinical interventions and communications in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in staff development, orientation, and education of assigned personnel or students.
• Responds appropriately to crisis situations, including implementation of de-escalation strategies and emergency response protocols.
• Reports and documents unexpected incidents or adverse events, supporting investigations and corrective actions when needed.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field required.
• 1-3 years prior behavioral health experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of human behavior, symptoms of mental illness, and therapeutic interventions.
• Proficient in de-escalation, crisis management, and stress reduction techniques.
• Strong understanding of managed care and community resource coordination.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Skilled in documentation, communication, and patient education.

Skills

• LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure required or LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.
• De-escalation training certification within 30 days of hire required.
• AACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling – PRN status offers work-life balance and scheduling flexibility
Competitive Pay – PRN rates aligned with your clinical expertise
Professional Growth – Expand skills in behavioral health and therapeutic interventions
Collaborative Environment – Work alongside psychiatrists, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
Meaningful Impact – Help patients improve mental health and quality of life
Supportive Culture – A team committed to compassion, safety, and respect

Pay

Competitive pay rates aligned with clinical expertise.

Schedule

Flexible shifts (days, evenings, or weekends based on need).