Bachelor's Level Outpatient Therapist

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PRO Pediatric Services is seeking an exceptional Bachelor’s Level School-Based Outpatient Therapist to provide services at a local intermediate unit.

Job Details:

• Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA
• Schedule: Full-time. M-F, during normal school day hours. This is an hourly position. You are only paid for the hours that you work.
• Caseload: High School
• Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a clinical discipline such as social work, psychology, counseling, rehabilitation, or activity therapy, and 1 year of experience providing mental health services to children and adolescents is required. We are also looking for candidates who have completed 12 credits toward their Mental Health Master’s degree, but it is not required.
• Additional Details: This position will start at the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year

Why join our team?

At PRO, we’re not just offering you a job—we’re offering you a fulfilling and flexible career. When you partner with us, you’re stepping into a positive and dynamic environment where your growth and well-being are our priority. We offer you:

• A Supportive, Fun Company Culture: We foster a collaborative and upbeat atmosphere where you’ll always feel appreciated.
• Flexible Schedules: We build schedules around your life and needs, ensuring work-life balance.
• Career Growth: Explore your interests, develop skills, and create specialized programs or trainings that excite you.
• Advancement Opportunities: We provide pathways to further your career, from mentorship to leadership roles.
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, mentorship, team-building events, and networking opportunities.
• Salary Eligibility: We value the dedication and commitment of our team members. Employees may become eligible for salaried employment status based on performance and tenure.

Compensation and Benefits:

• W2 position
• Competitive compensation based on education and experience
• Excellent benefits package for full-time employees including health insurance, vision, dental, 401k with 3% matching
• Paid Time Off along with paid holidays
• Cell phone and mileage reimbursement

Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical services

• Intake and exit criteria is gathered for program intervention.
• Updating treatment plans as needed
• Crisis intervention and stabilization strategies are utilized under the direction of the Mental Health Professional as necessary.
• Formal and informal assessments are conducted as directed by the Mental Health Professional.
• There is evidence of working in collaborative professional teams.
• There is evidence of modeling solution-focused collaboration as designed by Intermediate Unit Administrative Staff.
• There is contribution towards the development and maintenance of an environment which is non-threatening, safe, nurturing, and where the clients feel respected, accepted, and welcomed.

Documentation

• Client behavior, attendance, record maintenance, end of the year reports, encounter forms, statistics, and other reports as requested are evidenced.
• Assistance is provided to the Mental Health Professional in writing treatment plans, goals, and checklists.
• A crisis plan is developed and maintained for each client under the direction of the Mental Health Professional.
• Intake and assessment forms developed and maintained for each client under the direction of the Mental Health Professional.

Case Management

• Parent contacts are conducted on a regular basis.
• Collaboration occurs with community agencies and school district personnel.
• Attendance at hearings occurs when needed.
• There is the presence of a professional demeanor and maintenance of a consumer-friendly environment.
• Attendance at trainings and meetings occur as they are scheduled.

Other duties

Will perform other duties as directed by the program supervisor. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their Director.

• Confidentiality is maintained in all aspects of the Outpatient Program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a clinical discipline such as social work, psychology, counseling, rehabilitation, or activity therapy
• Strong desire and motivation to work with children/youth with behavioral and mental health diagnoses
• A minimum of one years experience working within a mental health setting with children/adolescents
• Current clearances (within 6 months); Safety-Care certification is a plus

About us:

PRO Companies is a dynamic organization that employs professionals across diverse positions within their human services and health and wellness divisions. With a strong presence across various counties in Pennsylvania, PRO Companies is committed to making a positive impact on individuals and communities.

Our school division, PRO Pediatric Services, supports students from Early Intervention age, up to grade 12 within school districts, charter schools, and intermediate units.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Visit www.procompanies.org to learn more and apply today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for this position without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.