Behavioral Health Therapist I

The Pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Program is composed of both Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient programing and is the only one in Western Pennsylvania. We treat patients ages 5-18 primarily with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Our team works collaboratively to ensure that patients receive a high level of care all throughout the course of their treatment. We highly value a positive working environment. This position works out of Pine Center in Wexford with daylight hours Monday through Friday. There is free parking on site.

Sign-On Bonuses up to $7,000!!

Responsibilities:


• Quality Assurance: Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.


• Documentation: Complete clinical documentation on the same day of service and provide necessary information for service authorization.


• Case Reviews: Periodically review cases and serious clinical changes with supervisors and clinical personnel.


• Patient Assessment: Assess changing patient needs and incorporate them into treatment plans.


• New Patient Assessments: Conduct assessments of new patients under supervision, document clinical decisions, and implement treatment models.


• Therapy and Education: Provide individual and group therapy, engage families in treatment, and educate patients on recovery.


• Record Keeping: Document all patient-related activities according to guidelines.


• Service Coordination: Discuss additional service needs with the clinical team and refer patients to appropriate care levels or community services.


• Team Meetings: Participate in treatment team meetings to discuss cases, update treatment plans, and monitor progress.


• Productivity Records: Maintain daily records of clinical productivity.


• Treatment Planning: Create comprehensive treatment plans addressing a variety of patient needs.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education in school counseling, or related field required. (Successfully completed the educational requirements as defined in practicing state's code)


• One year of clinical experience preferred.


• Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process, as well as application of current version of the DSM preferred.


• Experience in diagnosing and treating behavioral and psychiatric conditions preferred.


ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR GRADUATE LEVEL TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED WITH YOUR APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE CONSIDERATION PROCESS.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:


Passed the examination required by 49.11. relating to licensure examination. Must sign a license agreement and be actively working to obtain the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), or Licensed Family Marriage Therapist (LMFT) within 30 months of hire.


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• Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)


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