Behavioral Health Clinician - Pittsburgh - Full Time

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and skilled mental health professional to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for acute psychiatric patients. This role emphasizes individual, group, and family therapy, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with regulatory documentation. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant master's degree and appropriate licensure, along with a commitment to ethical standards and patient welfare. Join a dedicated team in a supportive environment where your expertise can make a significant impact on the lives of those in need.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field required.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker or equivalent license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy with assigned patients.
• Conducts comprehensive evaluations for assigned patients.

Skills

Therapeutic Skills

Communication Skills

Documentation Skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

CPR Certification

Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance

Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance

Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Clearance

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of acute psychiatric patients.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides individual, group and family therapy with assigned patients. (70%)
• Conducts an individual comprehensive evaluation for assigned patients. (10%)
• Completes all documentation according to regulatory requirements (e.g. treatment plans, progress notes). (10%)
• Attends all required departmental/hospital meetings. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• Master's degree in a relevant field
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) or other Behavioral Specialist license
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred:

• Older Adults Protective Services Act (OAPSA) clearance
• Prior counseling experience in a behavioral health setting

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.