Behavioral Health Therapist I (Foster Care)

UPMC•McKeesport, PA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Every child deserves a safe place to heal, grow, and feel supported. When families face difficult circumstances, foster care provides children with the stability and nurturing environment they need while working toward reunification or another permanent home. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to support foster children and families during some of life’s most challenging moments and make a lasting difference. As a Behavioral Health Therapist I, you will support both traditional and non-traditional foster care programs, partnering with children, families, foster caregivers, and community resources to promote stability, well-being, and positive treatment outcomes. This highly collaborative role involves extensive community-based work and travel, as you coordinate care with county agencies, schools, healthcare providers, and other service partners to ensure comprehensive, family-centered support. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families while delivering high-quality behavioral health services in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Candidates with a passion for working with children and families are strongly encouraged to apply, and prior foster care experience is a plus. At UPMC we’re proud to offer a supportive and nurturing work environment where your professional growth is a top priority. To further invest in your future, we are excited to offer a sign-on bonus of $7,000! If you’re passionate about making a real, tangible difference in the lives of those in our community, we warmly invite you to apply today!

Requirements

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)
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.
Per regulations, this position requires 3 personal or professional references completed, and Act 34, 33, 73, and MD Eval need to be completed within 6 months prior to hire date.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Nice To Haves

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.
Prior foster care experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and adjust care based on evolving clinical needs.
Provide individual and group therapy, engage families when appropriate, and educate patients on recovery and wellness.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to review cases, monitor progress, coordinate referrals, and ensure continuity of care.
Complete timely clinical documentation, maintain productivity records, and secure authorizations for services as needed.
Participate in treatment team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and ongoing clinical case reviews under supervision.