School-Based Mental Health Therapist

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers•Armstrong Township, PA

9d•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School-Based Mental Health Therapist to provide therapeutic services to elementary-age students through our Community and School-Based Behavioral Health (CSBBH) Program. This position offers the opportunity to work directly within an elementary school setting, helping students overcome emotional, behavioral, social, and trauma-related challenges while collaborating with families, educators, and support staff to support long-term success. The School-Based Mental Health Therapist provides individual and family therapy services to students receiving CSBBH services. The therapist conducts assessments, develops and implements treatment plans, coordinates care with families and school personnel, maintains clinical documentation, and provides therapeutic interventions that support student well-being and success. This role works closely with students, families, teachers, school counselors, administrators, and other treatment professionals to ensure coordinated and effective care.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Human Services, or a related behavioral health field
Licensed, license-eligible, or qualified Mental Health Clinician under Pennsylvania regulations
Training and/or experience working in behavioral health settings
Experience working with children, adolescents, or families preferred
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

LPC, LAPC, LSW, LCSW, LMFT, or other behavioral health licensure
Experience providing therapy to children and families
School-based, outpatient, CSBBH, IBHS, BHRS, or community mental health experience
Trauma-informed care experience
Knowledge of child and adolescent behavioral health treatment

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Provide individual therapy services to elementary-age students
Conduct family therapy sessions and parent meetings as clinically appropriate
Monitor treatment progress and adjust interventions as needed
Utilize trauma-informed and evidence-based therapeutic approaches
Collaborate with teachers, school counselors, administrators, and support staff
Communicate treatment progress with families and referral sources
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
Coordinate services with community providers and outside agencies
Provide clinical guidance and support to Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) when appropriate
Complete progress notes, treatment plans, contact notes, assessments, and reports within required timelines
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Adhere to agency, state, and program standards
Present accurate clinical information to referral sources and treatment team members
Participate in clinical supervision and ongoing training
Maintain professional and ethical standards of practice
Attend required staff meetings and professional development activities
Perform other duties as assigned