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 therapist to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for acute psychiatric patients. This role includes delivering individual, group, and family therapy, ensuring all documentation meets regulatory standards, and participating in departmental meetings. The ideal candidate will hold a master's degree and relevant licensure, with a passion for supporting individuals in a behavioral health setting. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families in a supportive and ethical work environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required along with relevant licensure.
• Experience in behavioral health settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy to individuals, groups, and families.
• Conducts comprehensive evaluations for patients.
• Completes documentation as per regulatory requirements.

Skills

Therapeutic Skills

Documentation Skills

Evaluation Skills

Group Therapy

Education

Master's Degree in a Relevant Field

Tools

CPR Certification

Behavioral Specialist License

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health NetworkJob Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of acute psychiatric patients.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

1. Master's degree in a relevant field
2. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) or other Behavioral Specialist license
3. 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

1. Older Adults Protective Services Act (OAPSA) clearance
2. 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.

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