What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Based Mental Health Professional position at Alternative Community Resource Programs Inc?
Job Summary :
Alternative Community Resource Program, Inc (ACRP) is hiring full time Mental Health Professionals to work in our Family Based Program. Ideal candidates enjoy the flexibility of working a non-traditional work week schedule where they can work with individual families to determine the best times. We strongly encourage all team members to utilize self-care and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- FBMHS provides an excellent opportunity for staff to further educational and professional careers while employed full time. Many of our staff complete a higher degree while in the program and / or earn experience hours for licensure!
Position Description :
The Mental Health Professional (MHP) functions as part of a two-person team that provides intensive family focused treatment to families (primarily in the home setting) who have a child diagnosed with a mental health condition and are at risk for out-of-home placement. Treatment is directed by the Eco-Systemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) model and provides a comprehensive 30 day initial assessment, family therapy, child individual therapy, sibling therapy, parenting sessions / support, case management, and assistance / advocacy within the community.
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Education / Experience : Possess a Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Education, Rehabilitation or a graduate degree in a Human Service-related field plus two (2) years experience in CASSP. (Child and Adolescent Service System Program)
Act 31, 33 / 34, State Police and FBI clearances. Valid PA Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
Skills : The ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of counseling, therapeutic and human service intervention techniques with children and families.
Job Accountability : The Mental Health Professional is administratively and programmatically responsible to the Director of Family Based Mental Health Services and the ACRP Executive Director.
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