Family-Based Mental Health Therapist

Unity Family Services • Lower Burrell, PA

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About The Position

The Family Based Mental Health Therapist is a key role within Unity Family Services, responsible for providing clinical assessment, developing treatment plans, and delivering intensive, individualized treatment and skills training to families in the In-Home Family-Based Program. This position requires collaboration with a team that may include a mental health worker and a mental health aid, ensuring effective treatment delivery. The therapist will coordinate support services and collaborate with external organizations to enhance family support.

Requirements

• A graduate degree in psychiatry, psychology, social work, nursing, education, or rehabilitation with 2 years of experience in a CASSP system program.
• Licensed registered nurse (RN) with 5 years of experience including 2 years in a CASSP system program and OMH certification.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, nursing, or related field with OMH certification.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse clients and personnel from other professional settings.
• Excellent computer, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in family systems theory and structural family therapy.
• Ability to train families in parenting and communication skills.
• Experience in crisis intervention and mental health support.

Responsibilities

• Completes clinical child/family assessments and develops initial treatment plans.
• Participates in a treatment team with co-therapist to provide intensive individual and family treatment.
• Communicates and collaborates with teammates to maximize therapeutic effectiveness.
• Provides consultation to schools and community agencies for coordinated service plans.
• Follows family progress with psychiatric physician and arranges evaluations as needed.
• Assists families in utilizing community resources and develops support service networks.
• Provides mental health crisis support and on-call availability for consultation.
• Completes routine paperwork including progress notes, assessments, and treatment plans.
• Safeguards confidential information and adheres to HIPAA regulations.
• Recognizes the importance of cultural sensitivity in treatment.

Benefits

• Valid PA driver’s license and auto insurance required.
• Act 33/34 clearances required.
• FBI Clearance.
• Ability to comply with Medicaid and Medicare regulations.
• Pass Drug Testing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees