Clinical Therapist Jobs in District of Columbia
Clinical Therapist jobs in District of Columbia are concentrated in Washington, with major hiring from organizations like the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health, George Washington University Hospital, and Children's National Hospital across outpatient mental health, trauma-informed care, and substance use disorder treatment. Demand is strong at every level, from post-graduate associates working toward licensure to licensed independent practitioners taking on complex caseloads. The District's dense network of federally funded community mental health centers and nonprofit service providers makes it one of the more active markets on the East Coast. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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See related jobsGW Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation's largest healthcare management companies. The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), adjacent to the hospital, is the 11th oldest medical center in the country and the first in the nation’s capital.
The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.
- This position acts as an inpatient rehabilitation expert between internal and external referral sources and the inpatient rehabilitation program. The Clinical Liaison will ensure appropriate patient admissions to the inpatient rehab unit through clinical assessments and screenings in collaboration with the rehab physicians and Medical Director. The Clinical Liaison is the primary responsible party focused on moving appropriate candidates into the inpatient rehabilitation unit at the appropriate time. The Clinical Liaison works closely with hospital case management to ensure a responsive and smooth flowing referral and admission process for the inpatient rehab program.
- Education/Qualification
- Current license to practice as Occupational Therapist
- 1 year of acute rehab experience preferred
Skills- Computer/keyboard skills required
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of MicroSoft Office
- Demonstrated public relation abilities with cooperative and assertive attitude.
- Working knowledge of Medicare guidelines for Rehabilitation
- Knowledge of regulations of agencies involved in program operation and resources available for use in assessing regulations and parameters of third-party reimbursement
- Excellent assessment skills and knowledge of insurance and managed care principles and practices
- Ability to function independently
This opportunity offers the following:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
One of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue nearing $10 billion. In 2017, UHS was recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; ranked #276 on the Fortune 500, and listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies.
Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was 40 years ago: Build or acquire high quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, invest in the people and equipment needed to allow each facility to thrive, and become the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 81,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates more than 320 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.
- UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.
UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Notice
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.
Salary: Starting from $39.96 to $57.94 an hour
GW Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation's largest healthcare management companies. The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), adjacent to the hospital, is the 11th oldest medical center in the country and the first in the nation’s capital.
The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.
- This position acts as an inpatient rehabilitation expert between internal and external referral sources and the inpatient rehabilitation program. The Clinical Liaison will ensure appropriate patient admissions to the inpatient rehab unit through clinical assessments and screenings in collaboration with the rehab physicians and Medical Director. The Clinical Liaison is the primary responsible party focused on moving appropriate candidates into the inpatient rehabilitation unit at the appropriate time. The Clinical Liaison works closely with hospital case management to ensure a responsive and smooth flowing referral and admission process for the inpatient rehab program.
- Education/Qualification
- Current license to practice as Occupational Therapist
- 1 year of acute rehab experience preferred
Skills- Computer/keyboard skills required
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of MicroSoft Office
- Demonstrated public relation abilities with cooperative and assertive attitude.
- Working knowledge of Medicare guidelines for Rehabilitation
- Knowledge of regulations of agencies involved in program operation and resources available for use in assessing regulations and parameters of third-party reimbursement
- Excellent assessment skills and knowledge of insurance and managed care principles and practices
- Ability to function independently
This opportunity offers the following:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
One of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue nearing $10 billion. In 2017, UHS was recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; ranked #276 on the Fortune 500, and listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies.
Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was 40 years ago: Build or acquire high quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, invest in the people and equipment needed to allow each facility to thrive, and become the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 81,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates more than 320 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.
- UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.
UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Notice
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.
Salary: Starting from $39.96 to $57.94 an hour
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- Active District of Columbia clinical social work or professional counseling license required
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based modalities
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care frameworks and culturally responsive clinical practice
- Ability to complete clinical documentation in electronic health record systems accurately
- Experience working with adults, children, or families in a community mental health setting
Clinical Therapist Jobs in District of Columbia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical therapist in District of Columbia?
To practice as a clinical therapist in the District of Columbia, you need a master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related field and a license issued by the DC Board of Social Work or the DC Board of Professional Counseling, depending on your credential. After completing supervised post-graduate hours under a licensed supervisor, you sit for the relevant national licensure exam, such as the LCSW or LPC examination, before applying for independent licensure.
Which companies hire clinical therapists in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia clinical therapist roles are posted by MBI Health services, Levine Music, and JL Family Services and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The District's concentration of federally funded behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, and nonprofit community health centers means hiring is spread across a range of employer types rather than dominated by a single industry.
Which District of Columbia cities have the most clinical therapist jobs?
Washington have the most clinical therapist openings in the District of Columbia. Washington itself drives nearly all of the volume given that the entire district is a single urban jurisdiction, with openings concentrated in neighborhoods served by community mental health centers, hospital outpatient departments, and nonprofit agencies that receive federal and local government funding.
Are there remote clinical therapist jobs in District of Columbia?
Yes, though it depends on the setting. About 100% of clinical therapist openings tied to District of Columbia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that telehealth-based therapy has become a legitimate delivery model for many practices. Individual therapy sessions are the most commonly offered remote component, while group programming, crisis services, and school-based roles remain predominantly in person.
How can I get hired as a clinical therapist in District of Columbia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate-level or unlicensed clinician role that provides supervised hours toward full licensure. The DC Department of Behavioral Health and its contracted community mental health centers regularly hire post-graduate clinicians who are working toward their LCSW or LPC under supervision. Case manager, mental health technician, and crisis intervention specialist roles at these same organizations are strong lateral moves that build the clinical foundation employers look for when promoting to a therapist title.
Where can I find and apply to clinical therapist jobs in District of Columbia?
You can find and apply to clinical therapist jobs in District of Columbia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the District right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred setting, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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