Behavioral Health Therapist I (Safe Harbor Behavioral Health)
About The Position
UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor is hiring a compassionate Behavioral Health Therapist I to support patients’ recovery in co-located facilities. The therapist assesses and evaluates patients, develops and updates treatment plans, and provides therapy tailored to the target population. The role works closely with a clinical team that provides guidance and shares expertise. Supervision toward clinical hours that may be applied toward licensure is available to support professional development. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The work location is 1330 West 26th Street, Erie, Pennsylvania. The dress code is business casual, and free onsite parking is available. UPMC offers a $7,000 sign-on bonus.
Requirements
- A master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, education in school counseling, or a related field, meeting the educational requirements defined in the practicing state's code.
- Pass the examination required by 49.11 relating to licensure examination.
- Sign a license agreement and actively work toward obtaining LPC, LCSW, or LMFT licensure within 30 months of hire.
- 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.
- Attach a copy of official graduate-level transcripts for consideration.
Nice To Haves
- One year of clinical experience.
- Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment processes and application of the current version of the DSM.
- Experience diagnosing and treating behavioral and psychiatric conditions.
Responsibilities
- Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, and treatment team meetings to monitor progress and update care plans.
- Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation and maintain productivity records; coordinate with insurance and patient access for authorizations.
- Conduct assessments, develop and update treatment plans, and adapt interventions based on patient needs.
- Provide individual and group therapy and patient education; involve families when appropriate.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to review cases, address changes in condition, and coordinate referrals and continuity of care.
Benefits
- $7,000 sign-on bonus
- Supervision toward clinical hours applicable to licensure
- Free onsite parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
