Social Skills Group Therapist - Master's Level (PRN)

*MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK AT LEAST 2 SATURDAYS PER MONTH (8:45am-12:15pm) - additional availability Mon-Fri evenings is also helpful!*

SALARY FOR PRN (as needed) EMPLOYEES: $24-$30/hour (license and years of experience factor into salary range)

Wesley Family Services offers the following benefits:

ALL EMPLOYEES:

• Tuition discounts - up to a 20% discount on tuition for certain degree programs at local partnering colleges
• Annual performance evaluations with pay increase eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free licensure supervision (minimum work hours may apply)
• WFS Wellness Center
• myStrength
• Discounted home, auto, and pet insurance

PRN EMPLOYEES:

• Extended Leave Bank sick time accrual - 2 hours accrued monthly to use for illness or family needs
• 401k plan with an employer match of up to 4% - eligible after 2 consecutive years of services for employees who have worked at least 500 hours per year

If you're a passionate Therapist looking to make a difference in the lives of children and their families, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! A survey was done by a group of Wesley Family Service employees on the Top 10 Reasons to work at WFS. Some of the top responses were:

• Supportive relationships with Supervisors who promote professional growth.
• Vast opportunities for learning and the encouragement of diversified skill set.
• Licensure and Tuition assistance, plus free parking at all locations.
• Some of the most advanced technology in the Human Services field.
• Flexibility and family oriented employer. Excellent Home/Work balance.
• Communication/transparency between front-line staff and leadership.
• Teamwork and cohesive relationships promoted and supported among colleagues.

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Site Manager II or Clinical Manager, the Graduate Level Professional – Wonder Kids PRN provides quality, therapeutic, behavioral health services to children in a site-based group setting, including assisting the Program Coordinator – Autism with the completion of a detailed assessment, creating and implementing an individualized treatment plan, and collaborating with other team members. The incumbent can provide training, supervision, and guidance to Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) within the program.

The position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings and Saturdays, with the ability to meet weekly scheduling demands.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s degree in a human services field (preferred in applied behavior analysis [ABA], education, psychology, social work, or counseling).

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in autism therapy.

Licenses, Certifications & Clearances:

· Behavior Specialist License (BSL) or other professional license (LPC, LCSW, LSW, LMFT) preferred

· Act 33/34 Clearances

· FBI Clearance

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

· Exhibits ethical business behavior and maintains confidentiality of information and compliance as required by WFS policy.

· Ability to exhibit cultural sensitivity and to contribute to a work environment where diversity is welcomed and supported.

· Knowledge of childhood mental health diagnoses and behavioral conditions, including autism spectrum disorders, as well as the various treatment modalities for these.

· Ability to work non-traditional hours on a flexible schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provides feedback to the Program Coordinator – Autism for the completion of IBHS/Wonder Kids assessments.

· Functions as a member of a team to conduct group therapeutic activities.

· Maintains progress notes, data analysis, data collection methods, and other required paperwork/reports for each consumer on caseload.

· Provides clinical support, training, and mentoring to BHTs on how to implement interventions identified in the individual treatment plans.

· Performs Social Responsiveness Scale with consumers.

· Adjusts planned activities or schedules, including own work schedule, to accommodate changes in group needs or size to maintain ratio.

· Utilizes a behavior analytic approach to influence behavioral changes and/or improve group dynamic and receptiveness, including prompting learned behaviors, modeling appropriate social skills, redirecting problem behaviors, and instructing children in appropriate social behavior.

· Intervenes to de-escalate crises to ensure safety and maintenance of the positive group dynamic. Remains alert to behavioral signals to avoid crises whenever possible.

· Assists in management of space, supplies, and resources as appropriate for site, including the opening and closing of the building and set up of rooms in preparation for group.

· Follows a flexible schedule to be available to consumers, staff, and parents, including regular evenings and Saturdays.

· Attends any Department of Human Services (DHS) or private insurer’s mandatory trainings.

· Completes incident reports, as required, and follows mandated reporter guidelines for reporting suspected abuse.

· Receives monthly supervision from the Site Manager II or Clinical Manager.

How to Apply: You can initially apply through Indeed to submit your resume. You can also go to our website to complete the Wesley Family Services application: wfspa.org/careers

Quality Whole Person Care® is Wesley Family Services service philosophy that aims to enhance the clinical care provided to individuals served while also helping to strengthen the way we support one another as colleagues. WFS has embedded QWPC practices which emphasize every person has value in all aspects of services and work-place culture.

WFS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policies for both current and prospective employees prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin (including limited English proficiency), age, sex assigned at birth, sexual orientation, transgender identity, gender transition, gender identity, gender expression, disability, military/veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Are you available AT LEAST two Saturdays per month from 8:45am-12:15pm?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bridgeville, PA 15017 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bridgeville, PA 15017

Salary : $24 - $30