What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager-Cognitive Skills Enhancement Program (CSEP) - Johnstown, PA position at University of Pittsburgh?
Contributes to the development of strategic goals and plans for clinical services. Assists with human resource actions. Identifies funding opportunities and prepares grant proposals. Conducts clinical therapy services as directed.
SHRS-Counseling and Behavioral Health
This position is housed within the University of Pittsburgh, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS), Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health.
Pitt SHRS faculty, students, and alumni are leaders in transforming the education and delivery of health care. The Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health offers personalized, experiential training for future professional counselors and prepares graduates to address complex challenges faced by individuals across cultures, across the lifespan, and living with disabilities and behavioral health conditions. The department emphasizes evidence-based practice, clinical research, community engagement, advocacy, and a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural humility.
The position is embedded full-time at the Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (CTI at HGAC) in Johnstown, PA. CTI at HGAC provides vocational training and comprehensive rehabilitation services to individuals across the state of PA. Through an intergovernmental agency agreement, the University of Pittsburgh develops, implements, and operates clinical programs at HGAC, including the Cognitive Skills Enhancement Program (CSEP). The goal of CSEP is to improve employment outcomes for transition-aged individuals with cognitive disabilities by increasing awareness of strengths, limitations, and impact of disability through development of social-emotional and executive functioning skills.
Essential Functions
PROGRAM MANGER-CSEP
University of Pittsburgh, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health
Location: Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (CTI at HGAC), Johnstown, PA — full-time, in-person.
Overview
The Cognitive Skills Enhancement Program (CSEP) improves employment outcomes for transition-aged individuals with cognitive disabilities through social-emotional and executive functioning skill development. The Program Manager/Coordinator provides leadership and operational oversight for therapy providers, manages daily program operations, and delivers direct clinical services. The role also serves as a key liaison with the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) and other partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Physical Requirements
In-person, on-campus daily presence required at CTI at HGAC in Johnstown, PA. Primarily sedentary with on-site clinical service delivery.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification
Staff.Assistant Director - Clinical Services
Job Family
Health Professionals
Job Sub-Family
Clinic Operations
Campus
Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years Of Experience Required
5
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?
Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Additional Details About Required Licensure/Certification
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00pm
Work Arrangement
On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range
TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered
No
Visa Sponsorship Provided
No
Background Check
For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances
The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents
Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Not Applicable
SHRS-Counseling and Behavioral Health
This position is housed within the University of Pittsburgh, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS), Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health.
Pitt SHRS faculty, students, and alumni are leaders in transforming the education and delivery of health care. The Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health offers personalized, experiential training for future professional counselors and prepares graduates to address complex challenges faced by individuals across cultures, across the lifespan, and living with disabilities and behavioral health conditions. The department emphasizes evidence-based practice, clinical research, community engagement, advocacy, and a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural humility.
The position is embedded full-time at the Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (CTI at HGAC) in Johnstown, PA. CTI at HGAC provides vocational training and comprehensive rehabilitation services to individuals across the state of PA. Through an intergovernmental agency agreement, the University of Pittsburgh develops, implements, and operates clinical programs at HGAC, including the Cognitive Skills Enhancement Program (CSEP). The goal of CSEP is to improve employment outcomes for transition-aged individuals with cognitive disabilities by increasing awareness of strengths, limitations, and impact of disability through development of social-emotional and executive functioning skills.
Essential Functions
PROGRAM MANGER-CSEP
University of Pittsburgh, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health
Location: Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (CTI at HGAC), Johnstown, PA — full-time, in-person.
Overview
The Cognitive Skills Enhancement Program (CSEP) improves employment outcomes for transition-aged individuals with cognitive disabilities through social-emotional and executive functioning skill development. The Program Manager/Coordinator provides leadership and operational oversight for therapy providers, manages daily program operations, and delivers direct clinical services. The role also serves as a key liaison with the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) and other partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations across all CSEP service tiers; supervise staff including hiring, performance reviews, scheduling, and HR administration.
- Provide evidence-based individual and group counseling, psychotherapy, and cognitive rehabilitation; conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Coordinate with OVR, CTI at HGAC staff, and external partners on referrals, service planning, and case consultation.
- Ensure quality assurance, accurate clinical documentation, and compliance with regulatory and confidentiality standards.
- Lead individual and group clinical supervision for therapy providers, student employees, and interns.
- Maintain program data systems and prepare outcome reports for supervisors and partner agencies.
- Master's degree in Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant clinical experience with individuals with cognitive and/or behavioral health disabilities.
- Experience in individual and group counseling, clinical assessment, and multidisciplinary rehabilitation settings.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Physical Requirements
In-person, on-campus daily presence required at CTI at HGAC in Johnstown, PA. Primarily sedentary with on-site clinical service delivery.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification
Staff.Assistant Director - Clinical Services
Job Family
Health Professionals
Job Sub-Family
Clinic Operations
Campus
Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years Of Experience Required
5
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?
Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Additional Details About Required Licensure/Certification
- Pennsylvania LPC or LCSW licensure or licensure-eligibility.
- CRC certification or eligibility; experience in vocational rehabilitation or postsecondary transition.
- Clinical supervisory experience.
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00pm
Work Arrangement
On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range
TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered
No
Visa Sponsorship Provided
No
Background Check
For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances
The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents
Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Not Applicable