Lead Therapist, Behavioral Health

Company: Highland Springs
Location: Beachwood
Posted on: January 19, 2026

Job Description:

Lead Therapist, Behavioral Health Full-time Your experience matters Highland Springs is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Lead Therapist joining our team, you're embracing 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 A Lead Therapist who excels in this role: Monitor patients for safety and report concerns or potential substance use to the Program Manager. Conduct drug screenings as needed, in collaboration with outpatient nursing staff. Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions for patients with behavioral health or substance use concerns. Actively engage patients in group settings, lead therapeutic discussions, and implement group programming tools and resources. Lead treatment planning and revise goals as patient progress is evaluated. Oversee patient discharges and develop thorough after-care plans with appropriate follow-up. 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. What we're looking for Applicants should have a Master's degree in social work or counseling and relevant state licensure. Additional requirements include: Current unencumbered clinical licensure (LSW or LPC) according to the state of Ohio Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients CPR and CPI certified within 30 days of employment May be required to work flexible hours More about Highland Springs Highland Springs is a 72-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Highland Hills community for over nine years. We are proud to be accredited by The Joint Commission. EEOC Statement " Highland Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highland 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.

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