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7.9/10 work-life score · Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,095 active roles in this specialty

Department of Defense

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Behavioral Health Therapist

Counselor Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)No weekendsFull-Time

Posted 1mo ago

About the Role

No weekends. M-F schedule. Help children and families. Full benefits. Loan forgiveness eligible. Actually make a difference.

Join Department of Defense as a Behavioral Health Therapist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling or related degree required.

Master's prepared clinician practicum required.

Three years' experience working as a behavioral health clinician with children/families with diverse cultures, and children with disabilities (sensory, cognitive, physical) preferred.

Credentialing with managed care organizations preferred.

Benefits & Compensation

Student loan repayment assistance.

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Department of Defense in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Key Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based behavioral health treatment to children and families across clinic, school, virtual, and community settings. Participate in supervision, case consultations, and agency meetings while acting as an ambassador for the organization.

Qualifications

Education: Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience: 2+ years of experience

Certifications

CPR

Key Skills

Evidence-Based TreatmentBehavioral Health TherapyCase ConsultationCrisis ManagementClinical SupervisionPatient CareFamily TherapyTreatment Planning

Position Insights

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This role scores 7.9/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.

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About Department of Defense

Non-profit Organizations

Pittsburgh, PA

201-500 employees

Website

Benefits & Perks

Medical and Prescription insurance

Dental and Vision (free for team members)

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Medical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal Leaves

Parental leave (birth & adoption) paid-6 weeks

403b Retirement Plan with employer match after 1 year

Student Loan Refinancing Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program