Behavioral Health Therapist II
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Job Description
UPMC’s Western Behavioral Health’s Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities (CADD) team is looking for a Behavioral Health Therapist II to join our team!
In this role, you will provide individual, family, and group-based therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, and other genetic or developmental conditions. alongside a multidisciplinary group of master’s-level clinicians, psychologists, psychiatrists, and nurses dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families.
Our ideal candidate would be someone who is passionate about working with autistic individuals and committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. Your knowledge of therapeutic interventions for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and related behavioral health concerns will help support clients in achieving their goals while fostering growth, independence, and overall well-being.
At UPMC we’re proud to offer a supportive and nurturing work environment where your professional growth is a top priority. To further invest in your future, we are excited to offer a sign-on bonus of $7,000! If you’re passionate about making a real, tangible difference in the lives of those in our community, we warmly invite you to apply today!
Key Information
- Schedule: Flexible, to meet client needs. One evening per week (until 630p) required to facilitate groups
- Location: 5301 Forbes Ave, Oakland
- Dress Code: Business Casual
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments, clinical interviews, and treatment planning to address patients' behavioral health needs.
Provide individual and group therapy in home, school and community settings while engaging families in treatment and recovery support.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to monitor progress, update treatment plans, coordinate referrals, and ensure appropriate levels of care.
Support programs qualify and growth through evidence-based practices, performance improvement initiatives, regulatory readiness, professional development, and intern mentorship.
Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education in school counseling, or related field required.
Two years of clinical experience diagnosing and treating behavioral and psychiatric conditions required.
Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process, as well as application of current version of the DSM required.
ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR GRADUATE LEVEL TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED WITH YOUR APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE CONSIDERATION PROCESS.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) or Clinical Social Worker (CSW) is required.
CCM training is required within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter
Clinical Social Worker (CSW) OR Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) OR Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist OR Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, along with two years of clinical experience. Must hold a valid license such as LCSW, LPC, or LMFT and possess relevant state clearances.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Therapist II at UPMC a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,454 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 42% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.1 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,454 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Mental Health Therapy median $62k (middle half $55k–$83k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Pennsylvania index 97.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Pennsylvania | 430 active | 7,454 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 36% remote · 42% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $7k sign-on | Pennsylvania counselor listings (all specialties): 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 12% offer loan repayment709 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,505 in the last 30 days | 1,349 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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