Behavioral Health Therapist

Behavioral Health Therapist – PRNProvides individual and group therapy to support clients with mental and emotional health needs. Completes assessments and develops treatment plans while collaborating with the care team to monitor progress. Plays a key role in facilitating therapy groups and supporting patient education.Requirements:Master's degree in a related field2–5 years of experienceActive LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent licenseSchedule:Primarily Monday, Wednesday, Friday (group sessions)Flexible, PRN as needed hours with a mix of group facilitation and documentationChristian Hospital has been serving St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. U.S. News & World Report ranks Christian Hospital No. 5 in St. Louis for overall clinical excellence and No. 9 in Missouri, which puts us in the top 6% of all hospitals in the state!The U.S. News adult methodology ranks clinical specialties and rates common care procedures and conditions. Christian was nationally ranked as "high performing" in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and in the following seven of 21 common procedures and conditions: heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes, COPD, pneumonia and stroke. High performing in a specialty means we were in the top 10% nationally of all evaluated hospitals for that specialty or procedure and condition.Northwest HealthCare, six miles west of Christian, offers 24-hour emergency care, the Sleep Disorders Center and a variety of outpatient diagnostic and imaging services.The North County Recovery Center facilitates proactive patient care services to ensure the care is appropriate, timely, cost-effective and achieves the optimal outcome for the patient. Develops and implements therapy programs and in-service education.The Behavioral Health Therapist works with individuals, families, and groups to address and treat mental & emotional disorders, and to promote optimal mental health.ResponsibilitiesProvides individual, and in some cases, family therapy to active clients.Updates the treatment plan to reflect therapy goals. Collaborates with other professionals regarding client participation level, progress, and setbacks.Completes intakes for individuals requesting services at BJC, assessing their eligibility based on symptomology, treatment history, and current needs.Develops and facilitates education for clients.Minimum RequirementsEducation: Master's Degree - Social Services/relatedExperience: 2-5 yearsLicenses & Certifications: LCSW/LPC/LMFT/EquivBenefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistanceTo learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.*Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer