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Licensed Therapist

Beacon Behavioral Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025 CLOSED ON 1/3/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Therapist position at Beacon Behavioral Hospital?

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) / Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) / Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Salary: depending upon licensure

Our Genesis Baton Rouge location offers treatment for teen girls that are struggling with Mental Health problems, Substance Abuse Disorders, Family Conflict and Eating Disorders.

Our mission To provide the highest and most effective level of care for teenage girls struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma and/or disordered eating with the intention of supporting the entire family to be successful in the home after treatment. Our residential program is staffed with trained mental health professionals that provide evidence-based therapies in order to process, support, and encourage your teenage daughter to start her journey to recovery. We believe in treating the whole person, mind, body, and spirit.

Compensation & Benefits Include

  • Paid time off (PTO), federal holidays
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • CME support
  • Health insurance coverage
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Full Compensation dependent upon license type

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual therapy using CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based interventions
  • Treat a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, trauma, and co-occurring substance use disorders
  • Collaborate with clients (and families when appropriate) to create and follow treatment plans
  • Deliver culturally competent, client-centered care
  • Conduct health and behavior assessments when clinically indicated
  • Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation and billing

Qualifications

  • Active, unrestricted LA license as an LCSW, LPC, or LMFT (must be fully licensed - no provisionary licenses accepted at this time)
  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field
  • Experience providing therapy to adolescents and families

Physical Demands

  • Ability to sit for long periods
  • Normal or corrected vision and hearing required
  • Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities

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