Family Based Mental Health Worker

Achievement Center of LECOM Health • Erie, PA

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About The Position

The Achievement Center of LECOM Health is hiring a Family-Based Mental Health Worker for its Eco-Systemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) team. This is a supportive, two-clinician model providing intensive therapy to children and families in their homes, schools, and communities. The worker partners with a co-therapist and collaborates with social service systems to deliver team-based therapy.

The position includes participation in an extensive three-year training program and submission for a competency exam at the end of training. The worker receives weekly supervision and mentorship and reports directly to the Family Based Mental Health Clinical Supervisor. The role is suited to someone seeking meaningful clinical work and professional development.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Pre-Med, Theology, or Anthropology, plus one year of experience in a CASSP system program; OR twelve college-level semester hours in humanities or social services, plus one year of experience in a CASSP system program and enrollment for certification by the Department’s Office of Mental Health (OMH) as a mental health family-based worker; OR a licensed RN, plus one year of experience in a CASSP system program and enrollment for OMH certification as a mental health family-based worker.
• Be flexible with working hours, including some non-traditional hours.
• Be able to work an on-call rotation and be willing to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work as a team member.
• Have a valid driver’s license, current insurance coverage, and consistent access to a reliable vehicle.
• Complete Mandated Reporter and Safety Care Training within 30 days of hire.
• Provide clearances with a clean record, free from allegations or findings related to abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other criminal acts against children, such as Act 33, Act 34, or FBI Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and direct implementation of the child’s treatment plan.
• Participate in internal and external team meetings.
• Build collaborative relationships within the social service community.
• Demonstrate good writing skills.
• Receive advanced training in Family-Based Mental Health topics.
• Participate in weekly supervision and make use of support and mentorship.
• Participate as an integral member of a team.
• Complete the three-year ESFT training program and submit for the competency exam.
• Participate in the on-call rotation and work evenings or weekends when necessary to meet families’ needs.

Benefits

• Free weekly licensure supervision with licensed LPC or LCSW supervisors.
• Paid, no-cost three-year ESFT certification training program with competency exam preparation.
• Small, supportive teams and high-quality leadership.
• Mileage reimbursement, regular pay raise opportunities, and employee referral bonus opportunities.
• Stipend for on-call work.
• Eight paid holidays, plus vacation, sick leave, and paid time off.
• Certification and professional development opportunities and a dedicated training budget.
• Tuition discounts through Purdue University Global: 14% on master’s degree programs and ABA certificates, 20% on undergraduate degree programs, and discounts for eligible immediate family members.
• Medical insurance, including a Home Host option with waived copayments and deductibles for eligible services at LECOM providers and the LECOM Medical Center, subject to listed exceptions.
• Dental insurance, including a Home Host option with waived copayments and deductibles when using the LECOM Dental School.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D coverage at no cost to employees.
• Optional benefits including identity theft protection, short-term disability, travel insurance, and pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 403(b) savings plan with company match up to 6% of the employee’s contribution after one year of service; returning employees may receive the match immediately or earlier.
• Discounted membership to the LECOM Wellness Center and support for work-life balance.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the organization’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level