POSITION PURPOSE: The Adult Outpatient Assessment Therapist provides biopsychosocial assessments for clients seeking mental health, substance use or co-occurring disorder treatment. The role requires the clinician to be able to work independently and have the critical thinking skillset to assess an individual for appropriateness to an array of services we offer.  The Assessment Therapist will assess clients, determine a course of treatment, and design an initial treatment plan for clients while providing clinical interventions and resources. The Assessment Therapist may also carry a small caseload for individual therapy as applicable. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 
•    Complete biopsychosocial assessments to determine client’s strengths, needs, and diagnosis
•    Provide psychotherapy to a small caseload as applicable
•    Complete documentation within the electronic health record in congruence with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
•    Engage with natural supports of the client to strategize methods of supporting client goal progress and wellbeing
•    Collaborate with members of the treatment team, community members, and third-party providers
•    Attend and participate in clinical, administrative, and community partner meetings
•    Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALILFICATIONS: 
•    Master’s in Human Services and 1 year of care delivery experience. Graduate degree from a college or university that is accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in a generally recognized clinical discipline in which the degree program includes a clinical practicum
•    Pre-Employment Drug Screen
•    Act 33/34/114 Clearances

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS:

Work Schedule: This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position Monday through Friday, primarily 8:00am-4:00pm, with at least one evening available per week to meet the needs of persons served.   

Comprehensive Benefit Package starts Day 1 of employment: 403B with employer match; Paid Time Off (PTO); Medical, Dental, Vision; Life Insurance; Paid Holiday Days; plus more………

ABOUT PITTSBURGH MERCY
We’re a health and human services organization serving the community using person-centered care to treat our area’s most vulnerable populations. We work with those we serve and their families to provide care that strives for a welcoming and safe environment for them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.  Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help – and hope – to people who are experiencing: Mental health and substance use disorders; Physical health needs; Intellectual disabilities; Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.