Inpatient Therapist, Behavioral Health

Duke LifePoint Healthcare; Chester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chester is seeking an Inpatient Therapist to deliver psychotherapy and counseling services. The ideal candidate must hold a Master’s degree in social work or counseling with relevant state licensure. This full-time position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits, including financial and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Life, accident, and disability insurance

Tuition assistance and loan assistance

Employee wellness programs

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
• Current clinical license per state of practice guidelines.
• CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy and counseling therapies including group, individual, and family therapy.
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients.
• Display active involvement in the treatment-planning process.
• Provide family-session counseling.
• Actively communicate with clients, families, and outside referral sources.

Skills

Psychotherapy

Counseling

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in social work or counseling

Job description

Inpatient Therapist, Behavioral Health – $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

Full‑time, Monday‑Friday

Your Experience Matters

Beckett Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritise your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Inpatient Therapist joining our team, you’ll embrace 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

• Provide psychotherapy and counseling therapies including group, individual, and family therapy for patients suffering from psychiatric and substance abuse issues; ensure accurate and timely patient documentation.
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients regarding psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems.
• Display active involvement in the treatment‑planning process.
• Provide family‑session counselling to all patients to ensure appropriate communication and involvement of family members and support groups.
• Actively communicate with clients, families, and outside referral sources; demonstrate proactive communication with all who are involved with the patient’s treatment.

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 – benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.
• 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 with 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 and relevant state licensure. Additional requirements include:

• Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
• Current clinical license per state of practice guidelines.
• CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment.

More About Beckett Springs

Beckett Springs is a 48‑bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the West Chester community for over 10 years. We are proud to be accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized for the Psych Armor Certification.

EEOC Statement

"Beckett Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Beckett 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.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care