POSITION PURPOSE: The Child/Adolescent Therapist provides psychotherapy for clients within both the school and office settings. The role requires the clinician to be comfortable and confident working with individuals exhibiting mental health symptoms and their families. The Child/Adolescent Therapist will assess clients, determine a course of treatment, and implement the treatment plans for clients while providing clinical interventions and resources. This role requires close collaboration with families, treatment providers, the internal treatment team, and educational organizations, to achieve client goal progress.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Provide psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and clinical interventions for clients and parents/guardians when applicableComplete biopsychosocial assessments to determine client’s strengths, needs, and diagnosisComplete documentation within the electronic health record in congruence with organizational policies and regulatory requirementsEngage with parents/guardians to strategize methods of supporting client goal progress and wellbeingCollaborate with members of the treatment team, school partners, community members, and third-party providersAttend and participate in clinical, administrative, and community partner meetingsOther duties as assignedMINIMUM 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 practicumPre-Employment Drug ScreenAccess to reliable transportationAct 33/34/114 ClearancesPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS:
Work Schedule: This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position Monday through Friday, primarily 8:00am-4:00pm, with two evenings available per week for office-clients.
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 + abuse.
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.