Community Based Therapist (MH Professional/Counselor)-Master's Degree Required

2 days ago
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania$49KFull TimeCounselor

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Pressley Ridge as a Community Based Therapist – $49K, Loan Repayment in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

## Please note that this opportunity is part of the Behavioral Health Fellows Program in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. For more information on this professional development opportunity that offers student loan repayment, visit BH Fellows Program [https://www.

Key Responsibilities

  • Individual, family, and group therapy.
  • Function as "Team Lead" with MTAY Treatment Team.
  • Assessment and treatment planning.
  • Intensive service delivery.

Requirements

  • Requires a Master's or better in Human Services or related field.
  • Requires experience working with youth and/or adults and families.
  • Experience in developmental and emotional needs of youth and/or adults and families is preferred.
  • Experience providing therapy and/or working with clients one on one in a milieu setting.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $49K
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Student loan repayment assistance.

Work Schedule**

  • Full-Time position.
  • Call responsibilities required.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Pressley Ridge in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

Key Skills

Individual CounselingFamily CounselingGroup TherapyCrisis InterventionSafety PlanningTreatment PlanningEvidence-Based PracticesCase ManagementElectronic Health RecordsClinical AssessmentCollaborative CareMental Health Support
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Position Insights

Mental Health Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Mental Health Therapy position at Pressley Ridge is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Group Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Safety Planning, Treatment Planning, Evidence-Based Practices, Case Management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Mental Health Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Community Based Therapist provides individual, family, and group therapy to young adults with significant mental health needs in home and community settings. They serve as the Team Lead for the MTAY Treatment Team, managing assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention.

Benefits package: Medical coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match, Prescription coverage, Dental and vision plans, Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account, Wellness incentive (up to $250), 403b with up to 9% employer give/match, Free life insurance and AD&D, Paid Time Off (PTO). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
Prescription coverage
Dental and vision plans
Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
Wellness incentive (up to $250)
403b with up to 9% employer give/match
Free life insurance and AD&D
Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

2d ago