Therapist, Outpatient
Company: Copper Springs
Location: Avondale
Posted on: January 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Therapist, Partial Hospitalization Program PHP Position Summary
The PHP Therapist is responsible for delivering therapeutic
services to individuals in the Partial Hospitalization Program,
including group and individual therapy, discharge planning, and
communication with interdisciplinary and external stakeholders. The
role supports patients with psychiatric, emotional, and/or
substance use disorders throughout their treatment journey.
Essential Functions Conduct individual and group therapy sessions
to educate and treat patients experiencing psychological,
emotional, or substance use issues. Actively participate in
treatment planning, discharge, transition, and after-care
processes. Provide family therapy sessions as needed to support
continuity of care and reduce barriers to treatment. Support with
patient vitals and urine drug screening (UDS) as needed.
Communicate proactively with patients, families, and referral
sources in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Collaborate
consistently with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, UR,
and nursing staff. Support UR team functions and provide treatment
updates or documentation for authorizations. Complete required
clinical paperwork including psychosocial assessments, Columbia
Suicide Risk Scale, and progress notes. Respond appropriately to
patient crises and participate in de-escalation procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of confidentiality, HIPAA, and clinical
regulations (TJC, CARF, Medicaid, etc.). Assist care coordination
with discharge planning and continuity of care. Complete all
documentation thoroughly, accurately, and within facility
timelines. Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.
Additional Information Reports to: Director of Clinical Services
FLSA Status: Exempt Experience working with psychiatric and
chemical dependency patients preferred. Knowledge, Skills &
Abilities 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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