Counselor 2 MH School Based
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: SBC Monessen D&A MH - Monessen, PA 15062Position Type: Full TimeComprehensive
Benefits
Package
- Tuition Discounts
- Career Advancement SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE, INC. School-Based OVERALL FUNCTION: Provides clinical assessments as well as outpatient psychotherapy including, but not limited to, individual, family, and group sessions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Conducts assessment and diagnostic services to develop a comprehensive treatment plan and related treatment recommendations. Develops and implements individualized treatment plans using individual, marital, group and family methodologies. Participates in treatment team meetings with all levels of psychiatric and clinical staff, both individually and in group supervision. Consults with school personnel and representatives of other child-serving systems, to assure an integrated approach to care. Initiates appropriate Intra and Inter Agency contact to facilitate the care of the individuals that are served. Prepares, maintains and submits all assigned case records, charts, reports, forms and other required documentation in a professional and timely manner. Other duties as required. Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.
Qualifications Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, or related clinical discipline in which the degree program includes a clinical practicum also in accordance with DHS and DDAP regulations or be licensed in clinical discipline that included mental health clinical experience.
Demonstrated ability or willingness to obtain the designated managed care credential of Mental Health Professional or Certified Addiction Counselor. Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during a personal interview to make proper recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, providers, and other social service agencies. Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care program.
Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, and FBI Fingerprints. Available Benefits: Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees. Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities. Career advancement opportunities. Generous time off for eligible employees. Be an SPHS Hero!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Key Responsibilities
Provides clinical assessments and outpatient psychotherapy, including individual, family, and group sessions. Collaborates with school personnel and treatment teams to develop and implement comprehensive, individualized treatment plans.
Requirements
Requires a Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related clinical discipline with a clinical practicum. Candidates must be able to obtain necessary state clearances and managed care credentials.
Key Skills
Behavioral Health — Counselor Career Context
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).
Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 44% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 10% in behavioral health (counseling) | ranked against 333 Behavioral Health (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Behavioral Health median $62k (middle half $54k–$69k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Pennsylvania index 97.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Pennsylvania | 16 active | 333 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 50% remote · 44% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania counselor listings (all specialties): 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 12% offer loan repayment709 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 810 in the last 30 days | 485 the 30 days before (+67%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −13.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Counselor 2 MH School Based at SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Behavioral Health (Counseling) — ranked against 333 active Behavioral Health (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
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