Inpatient Therapist – Full-Time, Day Shift
UHS
Summary
Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled Inpatient Therapist to provide individual and group therapy, psychosocial assessments, case management, crisis intervention, and treatment planning for adults receiving inpatient behavioral health services.
Job description
What You Will Do
- Conduct comprehensive intake and psychosocial assessments to identify patient needs, strengths, risks, and treatment goals.
- Provide individual and group therapy for adults experiencing mental health, trauma-related, mood, substance use, and co-occurring conditions.
- Develop and facilitate therapeutic groups designed to address patient needs and support practical skills that can be applied beyond the treatment setting.
- Provide crisis intervention and therapeutic support to patients experiencing acute behavioral health needs.
- Participate actively in interdisciplinary treatment planning and collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case management, and other members of the care team.
- Coordinate case management activities and support continuity of care throughout the patient’s hospitalization.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and clinically appropriate documentation in accordance with department, hospital, and regulatory standards.
- Support a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment that promotes stabilization and recovery.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- CPR/BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related discipline from an accredited graduate program
- Current District of Columbia (DC) graduate-level or clinical licensure as an LGPC, LPC, or LGSW
- One to two years of experience providing direct clinical services in a behavioral health setting
- Experience providing treatment or clinical support related to substance use and trauma conditions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in inpatient, outpatient, or partial hospitalization behavioral health settings
- Knowledge of hospital systems and intake/admission processes
- Experience working with third-party payers
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- CPR/BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related discipline from an accredited graduate program
- Current District of Columbia (DC) graduate-level or clinical licensure as an LGPC, LPC, or LGSW
- One to two years of experience providing direct clinical services in a behavioral health setting
- Experience providing treatment or clinical support related to substance use and trauma conditions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Pre-tax Metro SmartTrip Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.