What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Counselor position at UPMC?
Join a Compassionate, Team-Oriented Behavioral Health Unit
We’re seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor to provide clinical treatment to individuals in need of behavioral health services. Our close-knit team takes pride in delivering exceptional care, advocating for patients, and working together to break the stigma surrounding mental illness. If you’re passionate about making a difference in a supportive, all-hands-on-deck environment, we’d love to meet you.
Responsibilities:
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Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and develop Positive Behavior Support Plans under the guidance of a program manager or supervisor.
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Assist with care coordination to ensure clients and families receive high-quality, comprehensive services.
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Facilitate referrals for additional clinical services during treatment and at discharge.
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Provide individual and family therapy in community, inpatient, and/or outpatient settings.
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Monitor and evaluate behavior plans post-implementation to determine effectiveness and update as needed.
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Provide clinical supervision to assigned staff through individual, group, and on-site sessions, including participation in treatment team meetings.
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Apply behavior support techniques to develop and implement individualized behavior plans with fidelity.
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Deliver direct care services to assigned clients.
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Collaborate and coordinate with other service providers to ensure integrated care.
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Utilize structured clinical assessment tools to evaluate psychiatric symptoms, family functioning, and academic achievement, and effectively communicate results and recommendations.
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Participate in interagency team meetings and support the resolution of issues related to service delivery.
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Attend and engage in ongoing training to maintain and enhance service provision skills
Salary : $21 - $33
