Partial Hospitalization Program Therapist (PHP) Behavioral Health

About the Role

Collin Springs/Changes-Frisco, part of Lifepoint Health, is 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, you'll embrace 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.).
• 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.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent required.
• 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.

Benefits

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

About the Facility

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