Inpatient Therapist PRN - Weekdays (AM Shift)
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital·Desoto, Texas
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital·Desoto, Texas
The clinician provides individual and group therapeutic services to patients with emotional or substance abuse problems. They are responsible for developing treatment plans and contributing to discharge planning as part of an interdisciplinary team.
We are searching for a Licensed Clinician (LPC, LMSW, LMFT, LMFT-A) with experience in inpatient psychiatric services.
Serving as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Clinician will provide therapeutic group and individual services to adult, adolescent or child patients under DBHH care for emotional or substance abuse problems.
Duties include but are not limited to: Provides therapy in a group and individual setting Develops and implements therapeutic treatment plans in concert with the interdisciplinary treatment team.
Demonstrates sound application of Cognitive Behavioral Theory and methodology Contributes effectively to discharge planning.
Plans and prepares for activities.
Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information Performs related duties, as requested.
Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the hospital.
Must successfully pass background check, drug screen, physical and be able to provide positive employment references.
Physical
Demands: With or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand for sustained period of time, walk, pull, lift, raise and move objects from position to position (up to 50 lbs), finger grasp; feel sizes, shapes, temperatures, and textures; express or exchange ideas orally and potentially loudly, accurately, or quickly; visually detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, assess; perceive the nature of sound with or without correction; perform repetitive motions of the wrist, hands, or fingers. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the hospital. If you are among the most competitive and qualified candidates for the job, you will be contacted directly by one of our hiring managers. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries regarding your application status. Good Luck & we hope to meet you soon!
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, company paid disability, 401(k) and a generous amount of paid time off.
Requires a Master's degree in a relevant field and a valid license such as LPC, LMSW, or LMFT. A minimum of 2 years of healthcare experience is required, with inpatient psychiatric experience preferred.
Market context
In Texas, inpatient therapist openings often reflect steady demand in behavioral health settings, especially for candidates with hospital-based experience. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, a valid license such as LPC, LMSW, or LMFT, and prior healthcare experience; inpatient psychiatric experience can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your resume to highlight inpatient, crisis, or multidisciplinary care experience.
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