Outpatient Therapist
Company: Regions Behavioral Health Hospital
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Outpatient Therapist
Supervised by: Program Director Job Summary: Implements the patient
care as directed by the treatment team, responsible for conducting
individual group therapies, participating in treatment planning,
assisting patients and family members with psychosocial and
financial issues and discharge planning. Qualifications: A minimum
of a degree in social work (LMSW) or Masters in Counseling (PLPC)
from an accredited institution At least one year clinical
experience in a psychiatric setting is required LCSW or LPC
preferred. Description of activities or skills: Coordinates the
provision of social services to patients, families, and significant
others to enable them to deal with the impact of illness on
individual family functioning and to achieve maximum benefits from
health care services. Assists in the development and is involved in
the implementation of programs to assist patients and their
families with the social and psychological factors of illness.
Engages in individual or group counseling sessions pertaining to
care and adjustment. Arranges for discharge and aftercare planning
Coordinates the social services discharge and home care planning
process to facilitate the continuity of care and the provision of
effective patient and family support services. Coordinates the
provision of information and guidance to patients, their families
and other hospital departments regarding psychosocial aspects of
patient’s post-discharge treatment. Coordinates the referral of
patients and families to appropriate community, social service,
home health services, extended care and rehabilitation facilities
and organizations. Assists patients, families and significant
others with financial issues and securing appropriate financial aid
when indicated Coordinates, plans and presents in-service education
for other personnel and outside groups as requested. Performs other
duties assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
the position without compromising patient care.
Keywords: Regions Behavioral Health Hospital, New Orleans , Outpatient Therapist, Healthcare , Baton Rouge, Louisiana
