Mental Health Therapist - Survivor Services (Contractor)

Career Opportunities @Phmc • Philadelphia, PA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Joseph J. Peters Institute (JJPI), an affiliate of PHMC, is seeking outpatient mental health therapists (Clinicians) to provide trauma-focused treatment within its Survivor Services program. JJPI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing specialized outpatient assessment and treatment services and is a thought leader in areas of sexual and interpersonal violence, PTSD, and other forms of trauma. JJPI has served the Delaware Valley since 1955 and offers a comprehensive approach to trauma by addressing the entire cycle of abuse. The Survivor Services program provides high-quality outpatient treatment to children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma impacting their mental health. Clinicians utilize evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, and prolonged exposure (PE) therapy, in a combination of individual and group therapies within a supportive, person-centered framework. Treatment is customized, short-term, and focused on building client strength and resiliency to improve functioning and community involvement. Survivor Services offers both in-person and telehealth services.

Requirements

• Minimum of a master's degree from an accredited institution in a clinical mental health discipline, including completion of a clinical practicum
• Two years of experience providing mental health treatment (JJPI may consider individuals actively engaged in a related internship/practicum with lesser applied experience)
• Must maintain own liability insurance

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work effectively with others and contribute to a collaborative approach
• Ability to meet timelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and ability to utilize databases

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, and/or family therapy with Survivor Services participants.
• Provide communication to all stakeholders as clinically appropriate and as required by funders and regulatory bodies.
• Document all services and communication in accordance with JJPI policies and procedures.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit all treatment plans, mandatory reports, progress notes, and case management notes in a timely manner consistent with JJPI policies and procedures.
• Finalize all progress and case management notes within 24 to 72 hours of service provision.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical records on all cases.
• Participate in required weekly group consultation (held virtually; 3 day/time options).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level