Licensed Primary Therapist - TN (PHP)
ET HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC, Pigeon Forge, TN, United States
The Licensed Primary Therapist provides direct clinical services to patients receiving care in IOP, PHP, and Residential treatment programs. This role delivers
high-quality, evidence-based mental health and substance use disorder treatment , including services for individuals with co-occurring disorders. Placement within
Primary Mental Health
or
Primary SUD/Dual Diagnosis
programming will be determined based on organizational need.
This position functions in compliance with
Joint Commission standards ,
Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS)
regulations, professional licensing requirements, and Centric Behavioral Health policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Care
Provide individual, group, and family therapy utilizing evidence-based practices appropriate to patient population and level of care.
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and risk assessments in accordance with program standards.
Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans based on clinical necessity and medical necessity criteria.
Provide services for patients with
mental health diagnoses ,
substance use disorders , and
co-occurring conditions , as assigned.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings, case reviews, and discharge planning.
Documentation & Compliance
Complete all clinical documentation accurately, thoroughly, and timely within the EMR, in compliance with Joint Commission, TDMHSAS, and payer requirements.
Maintain documentation that demonstrates medical necessity, treatment effectiveness, and continuity of care.
Comply with HIPAA, confidentiality laws, and ethical standards of practice.
Collaboration & Quality
Collaborate with nursing, medical providers, case management, and operations staff to support coordinated patient care.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and quality assurance activities.
Maintain professional competency through supervision, training, and continuing education.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Masters degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
Licensure Tennessee (Required)
Candidates
must hold either full licensure or temporary licensure
in Tennessee to qualify.
Accepted Licensure Types Include:
LPC-MHSP or
Temporary LPC-MHSP
LCSW or
Temporary LCSW
LMFT or
Temporary LMFT
Temporary license holders must be eligible for supervision and actively working toward full licensure.
Experience
Experience providing therapy in mental health, substance abuse, or co-occurring treatment settings preferred.
Experience with IOP, PHP, or Residential programs strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience treating
co-occurring disorders (dual diagnosis)
Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, MI, trauma-informed care
Prior experience in Joint Commissionaccredited or TDMHSAS-licensed facilities
EMR documentation experience
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the facility.
Ability to participate in group facilitation and patient interactions.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Working Conditions
Clinical and office-based treatment environment.
May require evening or weekend hours depending on program schedule.
Exposure to patients experiencing emotional or behavioral distress.
Compliance and Ethics
The Licensed Therapist is expected to uphold Centric Behavioral Healths Code of Conduct, ethical standards, and all Joint Commission, TDMHSAS, and HIPAA requirements while promoting a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment.
Full time Monday through Saturday day shift flexibility.
Compensation details:
55000-75000 Yearly Salary
PI2b4d4cf7f2c5-26289-40136070
high-quality, evidence-based mental health and substance use disorder treatment , including services for individuals with co-occurring disorders. Placement within
Primary Mental Health
or
Primary SUD/Dual Diagnosis
programming will be determined based on organizational need.
This position functions in compliance with
Joint Commission standards ,
Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS)
regulations, professional licensing requirements, and Centric Behavioral Health policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Care
Provide individual, group, and family therapy utilizing evidence-based practices appropriate to patient population and level of care.
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and risk assessments in accordance with program standards.
Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans based on clinical necessity and medical necessity criteria.
Provide services for patients with
mental health diagnoses ,
substance use disorders , and
co-occurring conditions , as assigned.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings, case reviews, and discharge planning.
Documentation & Compliance
Complete all clinical documentation accurately, thoroughly, and timely within the EMR, in compliance with Joint Commission, TDMHSAS, and payer requirements.
Maintain documentation that demonstrates medical necessity, treatment effectiveness, and continuity of care.
Comply with HIPAA, confidentiality laws, and ethical standards of practice.
Collaboration & Quality
Collaborate with nursing, medical providers, case management, and operations staff to support coordinated patient care.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and quality assurance activities.
Maintain professional competency through supervision, training, and continuing education.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Masters degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
Licensure Tennessee (Required)
Candidates
must hold either full licensure or temporary licensure
in Tennessee to qualify.
Accepted Licensure Types Include:
LPC-MHSP or
Temporary LPC-MHSP
LCSW or
Temporary LCSW
LMFT or
Temporary LMFT
Temporary license holders must be eligible for supervision and actively working toward full licensure.
Experience
Experience providing therapy in mental health, substance abuse, or co-occurring treatment settings preferred.
Experience with IOP, PHP, or Residential programs strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience treating
co-occurring disorders (dual diagnosis)
Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, MI, trauma-informed care
Prior experience in Joint Commissionaccredited or TDMHSAS-licensed facilities
EMR documentation experience
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the facility.
Ability to participate in group facilitation and patient interactions.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Working Conditions
Clinical and office-based treatment environment.
May require evening or weekend hours depending on program schedule.
Exposure to patients experiencing emotional or behavioral distress.
Compliance and Ethics
The Licensed Therapist is expected to uphold Centric Behavioral Healths Code of Conduct, ethical standards, and all Joint Commission, TDMHSAS, and HIPAA requirements while promoting a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment.
Full time Monday through Saturday day shift flexibility.
Compensation details:
55000-75000 Yearly Salary
PI2b4d4cf7f2c5-26289-40136070