UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor is looking for a **Behavioral Health Therapist I** for our **Addiction Medicine and Recovery Services** team ( **_AMS_** )! Our AMS team provides evidence-based therapy and parts of the 12-step program to help in the recovery process. Services provided include counseling, medical treatment, peer support, mobile case management, screenings, assessments and individualized treatment plans. Additionally, our AMS team provides support to family members and loved ones through various offerings including but not limited to education around substance use, coping strategies and techniques, medication management and identifying triggers. Addiction Recovery Services | Safe Harbor in Erie, Pa. (https://www.upmc.com/locations/hospitals/hamot/services/behavioral-health-services/services/addiction-medicine-services) As the **Behavioral Health Therapist I** , you will play a key role in our patient’s recovery through effectively assessing, evaluating, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy to this target population in co-located facilities. In this role, you will partner closely with our AMS team members, who will support, provide guidance and share their expertise as you grow in your career. As a **Behavioral Health Therapist I** , you will be provided the opportunity for **supervision** for **clinical hours** to apply toward licensure. UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor offers a Total Rewards program that expands beyond standard health benefits. At UPMC we also focus on recognition, work life balance, and the development of our employees! **The Behavioral Health Therapist is now eligible for a SIGN-ON BONUS! If you are seeking a change and looking to make a difference in an underserved population, now is your moment to find your place at UPMC!** **Sign-On Bonus Details:** 1-year work commitment for $5,000 2-year work commitment for $7,000 3-year work commitment for $10,000 Responsibilities: **Clinical Assessments & Treatment:** + Conduct patient assessments and make clinical decisions under supervision. + Assess and incorporate changing patient needs into treatment plans. + Provide individual and group therapy, engage families, educate patients on recovery. + Create comprehensive treatment plans addressing individualized patient needs. **Collaboration and Communication** : + Review cases and patient condition changes with supervisor and clinical team. + Discuss additional services needs with clinical team and make referrals as needed. + Participates in treatment team meetings to review and update patient plans. **Quality Assurance & Documentation:** + Document all patient interactions and case management activities. + Maintain daily clinical productivity records. + Complete clinical documentation and provide required information for service authorization. + Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education in school counseling, or related field required. (Successfully completed the educational requirements as defined in practicing state's code). + One year of clinical experience preferred. + Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process, as well as application of current version of the DSM preferred. + Experience in diagnosing and treating behavioral and psychiatric conditions preferred. ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR OFFICIAL GRADUATE LEVEL TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** Passed the examination required by 49.11. relating to licensure examination. Must sign a license agreement and be actively working to obtain the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), or Licensed Family Marriage Therapist (LMFT) within 30 months of hire. + Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC) within 60 days of hire or transfer + Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC) + Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal **_UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran_**