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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Mental Health Therapist - School Based Mental Health Services (Washington Co.)

CounselorFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job description

The Bradley Center is excited to announce that our Outpatient Program is growing!
We are looking for confident therapists who have the ability to assess, plan, and provide compassionate therapy to those we serve. Therapists manage their caseloads and function independently, while also collaborating with others in a team-based approach to treatment. All activities are in accordance with outpatient regulations, The Joint Commission standards and The Sanctuary Model philosophy.
This position is specific to School Based Mental Health Services throughout several school districts in Washington County.
Qualities best suited for the position:
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
Ability to communicate with compassion and empathy
Ability to build rapport quickly
Effective listening, interpersonal, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Professional demeanor, sound judgment, dependability, and a strong work ethic
Detail oriented with a strong ability to manage time and prioritize tasks
Initiative
Primary Responsibilities:
Establish a positive, trusting rapport with clients
Diagnose and treat mental health disorders
Create individualized treatment plans according to client needs
Conduct ongoing assessments of client progress
Maintain thorough records and completes documentation in a timely manner
Master’s degree in a generally recognized clinical discipline, with a degree program that includes clinical practicum
1 year of clinical experience in a health or human service agency preferred
NCC or LSW preferred
Experience diagnosing and providing individual therapy preferred
Must be at least 21 years of age
Valid driver's license and auto insurance
Additional Job Requirement for LICENSED Mental Health Therapist:
A valid PA counseling license, inclusive of LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or psychologist
$1500 sign on bonus
Referral bonuses
Free meals and parking
Potential for licensure supervision if needed
Advanced training opportunities and continuing education credits
Additional Benefits for Full Time Employees:
Student loan repayment program (We contribute directly to employee's student loan lenders monthly)
$2000 relocation assistance
Generous Paid Time Off in the first year of full-time employment
Health, dental and vision Coverage
401(k)
Life insurance
We are committed to advocacy for children with special needs, care and compassion, and focusing on the inherent strengths of children, youth and families without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or gender. The Bradley Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist will assess, diagnose, and provide compassionate mental health treatment to clients within a school-based setting. They are responsible for managing a caseload, creating individualized treatment plans, and maintaining thorough clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a clinical discipline and possess a valid driver's license. A valid Pennsylvania counseling license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or psychologist) is required for the licensed therapist role.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Mental health therapyClinical assessmentTreatment planningCrisis interventionCase managementVerbal communicationTime managementDiagnosisRapport building

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 20% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Mental Health Care
Pittsburgh, PA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

$1,500 sign-on bonus
Referral bonuses
Free meals and parking
Potential for licensure supervision
Advanced training opportunities and continuing education credits
Student loan repayment program
$2,000 relocation assistance
Generous Paid Time Off