Inpatient Psychiatric Therapist

This Psychiatry position at West Pines Behavioral Hospital is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

West Pines Behavioral Hospital lists compensation for this psychologist position at $58k to $82k annually.

This is approximately 77% below the national median for Psychiatry professionals, which is around $300k.

This position is based in Westminster, Colorado.

Key skills and qualifications: Psychotherapeutic techniques, Psychosocial assessment, Discharge planning, Individual therapy, Group therapy, Family therapy, Treatment planning, Case management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The therapist will apply psychotherapeutic techniques to treat emotional and behavioral disorders through individual, group, and family sessions. They are also responsible for conducting psychosocial assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating discharge or after-care planning.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account, Retirement Plan with 401k Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Short-term & Long-term Disability, Paid Sick Leave & Extended Sick Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.