What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Therapist - School Based Mental Health Services (Washington Co.) position at The Bradley Center?
The Bradley Center is excited to announce that our Outpatient Program is growing!
We are looking for confident therapists who have the ability to assess, plan, and provide compassionate therapy to those we serve. Therapists manage their caseloads and function independently, while also collaborating with others in a team-based approach to treatment. All activities are in accordance with outpatient regulations, The Joint Commission standards and The Sanctuary Model philosophy.
This position is specific to School Based Mental Health Services throughout several school districts in Washington County.
Qualities best suited for the position:
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Ability to communicate with compassion and empathy
- Ability to build rapport quickly
- Effective listening, interpersonal, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Professional demeanor, sound judgment, dependability, and a strong work ethic
- Detail oriented with a strong ability to manage time and prioritize tasks
- Initiative
Primary Responsibilities:
- Establish a positive, trusting rapport with clients
- Diagnose and treat mental health disorders
- Create individualized treatment plans according to client needs
- Conduct ongoing assessments of client progress
- Maintain thorough records and completes documentation in a timely manner
- Master’s degree in a generally recognized clinical discipline, with a degree program that includes clinical practicum
- 1 year of clinical experience in a health or human service agency preferred
- NCC or LSW preferred
- Experience diagnosing and providing individual therapy preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Valid driver's license and auto insurance
Additional Job Requirement for LICENSED Mental Health Therapist:
- A valid PA counseling license, inclusive of LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or psychologist
- $1500 sign on bonus
- Referral bonuses
- Free meals and parking
- Potential for licensure supervision if needed
- Advanced training opportunities and continuing education credits
Additional Benefits for Full Time Employees:
- Student loan repayment program (We contribute directly to employee's student loan lenders monthly)
- $2000 relocation assistance
- Generous Paid Time Off in the first year of full-time employment
- Health, dental and vision Coverage
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
We are committed to advocacy for children with special needs, care and compassion, and focusing on the inherent strengths of children, youth and families without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or gender. The Bradley Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.