Therapist, Behavioral Health

Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift

Your experience matters 

Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team 

Mercy Behavioral Health is a joint venture owned and operated by Mercy Health and Lifepoint Health. With two of the most prominent names in healthcare joining forces, we are confidently executing the opening of a new hospital with seasoned professionals and plentiful resources. We take pride in being a place employees want to work, as well as eagerly pursue quality outcomes for patients and families alike.

How you’ll contribute 

The Therapist is responsible for providing psychotherapy and counseling therapies including group, individual and family therapy for patients suffering from psychiatric and substance abuse issues.  Ensures accurate and timely patient documentation. 

A therapist who excels in this role:

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients regarding psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems.  
• Displays active involvement in treatment planning process. 
• Provides family session counseling to all patients to ensure appropriate communication and involvement of family members and support groups. 
• Actively communicates with clients, families, and outside referral sources. Demonstrates proactive communication with those involved with the patient’s treatment. 
• Works well with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, utilization review and nursing staff members. Demonstrates active communication with team members. 

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.
• Brand New Facility: Opportunity to work in a brand-new, state of the art hospital with cutting edge equipment and technology. 

What we’re looking for 

Applicants should possess:

• Education:  Master’s degree in social work or counseling or relevant state licensure required. 
• Experience:  Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.   

EEOC Statement

Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.