Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Therapist, Behavioral Health

About the role

Mesa Springs is a Behavioral Health hospital located in Fort Worth, TX, part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. We are seeking a PHP Therapist to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate and treat patients experiencing psychological, emotional, or substance use issues.
• 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.
• Serves as a liaison between patients, families, and referral sources, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, UR, and nursing staff.
• Supports UR team functions and provides 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 participates in de-escalation procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of confidentiality, HIPAA, and clinical regulations (TJC, CARF, Medicaid, etc.).
• Aids in discharge planning and continuity of care.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social work, Counseling, or equivalent (required).
• Experience may be substituted for education.
• Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients preferred.
• CPR Certification and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Current Clinical or Social Work license as required by state regulations.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial protection and career growth opportunities such as higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee well-being programs like mental, physical, and financial wellness.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.

Pay

The base compensation for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full Time Dayshift

Contact

We believe investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today.

EEOC Statement: "Mesa Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mesa Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."