Behavioral Health Counselor, Lead

This Clinical Psychology position at UPMC is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Key skills and qualifications: Behavioral Health, Clinical Supervision, Applied Behavior Analysis, Crisis Management, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Treatment Planning, Behavioral Assessment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: The Lead Behavioral Health Counselor will provide clinical and administrative supervision to staff while delivering individual and family therapy in community and residential settings. They are responsible for leading staff training, collaborating on treatment plans, and ensuring the delivery of hig...