Therapist, Partial Hospitalization Program PHP

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Therapist

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

Your experience matters 

Brentwood Springs 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 a Partial Hospitalization Program (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 

The PHP Therapist is responsible for delivering therapeutic services to individuals in the Partial Hospitalization Program, including group and individual therapy, discharge planning, and communication with interdisciplinary and external stakeholders. The role supports patients with psychiatric, emotional, and/or substance use disorders throughout their treatment journey.

Essential Functions:

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

Additional Information

• Reports to: Director of Clinical Services
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Experience working with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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 for full-time and part-time 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 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 looking for 

Applicants should have a master's degree in social work or counseling. Additional requirements include:

• Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients. 
• Current clinical or social work license as required by state regulations.
• CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Current unencumbered clinical license per state of practice guidelines.

EEOC Statement

"Sycamore Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sycamore 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.