Behavioral Health Therapist II - Harrisburg

UPMC•Harrisburg, PA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a full-time Behavioral Health Therapist II to support the Psychological Associates team/office in Harrisburg. We value individuals who bring strong knowledge of general child, adolescent and adult mental health conditions, and we welcome additional expertise in specialized areas. Ideal candidates demonstrate creativity, maturity, and sound clinical judgment. You should be comfortable working independently and as part of a team and be committed to ongoing professional development. Minimal travel may be requested to support CISM events.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education in school counseling, or related field required.
Two years of clinical experience diagnosing and treating behavioral and psychiatric conditions required.
Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process, as well as application of current version of the DSM required.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) or Clinical Social Worker (CSW) is required.
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Nice To Haves

Additional expertise in specialized areas.
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
Committed to ongoing professional development.
Two years minimum of clinical experience working with adult populations, preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the development, implementation, and ongoing review of patient treatment and discharge plans through active participation in interdisciplinary team meetings.
Complete case management duties for assigned patients, including preparing all required documentation, discharge materials, and psychosocial assessments within established timeframes.
Initiate discharge planning at the time of admission and maintain consistent documentation of all discharge‑related activities in the patient record.
Demonstrate behaviors aligned with SH Service Excellence standards by greeting others warmly, treating everyone with dignity and respect, and serving as a positive ambassador for Susquehanna Health.
Adhere to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures while taking responsibility for personal professional development and education.
Commit to high‑quality, safe work practices; identify potential inefficiencies or safety risks; avoid shortcuts that compromise safety; and promote patient and family involvement in safety‑related processes.
Report unsafe conditions promptly and address safety concerns in a constructive, educational manner. Participate in initiatives aimed at reducing risk and improving patient outcomes.
Schedule and coordinate involuntary commitment hearings, including petitioning and providing testimony as required.
Communicate with third‑party payors to obtain pre‑authorization for inpatient, outpatient, and continuing care services.
Assess patient needs and collaborate with psychiatrists and physicians to determine appropriate levels of care and referrals.
Complete all required patient documentation in a timely manner, including treatment plans, progress notes, therapy notes, psychosocial histories, safety plans, discharge plans, and inquiry assessments.
Provide therapeutic services including group psychotherapy, individual therapy, and family therapy.
Empower patients to participate actively in treatment decisions and leverage their strengths, abilities, and support systems to enhance quality of life.
Serve as a liaison to ensure coordinated communication among patients, families, referral sources, continuing care providers, and the treatment team regarding treatment progress and discharge planning.