Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW or LPC)

Lincoln Lemington Family Health Care Ctr; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

Paid sick/vacation

Job summary

A community-focused health care provider in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Therapist to join their team. The role involves providing 1:1 psychosocial counseling, conducting assessments, and collaborating with other health professionals to meet patients' needs. Candidates must have LCSW or LPC credentials and at least 3 years of experience in relevant fields. A strong commitment to serving underserved populations is essential. Competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have LCSW or LPC credentials.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Experience in related healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 counseling for patients.
• Complete psychosocial assessments for patient needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for co-management activities.
• Collaborates with behavioral health team for co-management of complex cases.
• Develops and implements an interdisciplinary care plan with regular follow-up.

Skills

LCSW or LPC credentials

3+ years of post-licensure experience

Experience with trauma and abuse settings

Understanding underserved populations' healthcare needs

Bilingual/Spanish speaking

Education

LCSW or LPC

Job description

Overview

Faith-based family health care center seeking a full-time (40 hours per week) Behavioral Health Therapist to join our growing behavioral health team! The Behavioral Health Therapist acts as an advocate and helps clients gain access to community-based resources and counsels patients on a 1:1 basis regarding their personal issues, such as mental illness, trauma, addiction and abuse. LCSW or LPC credentials are required at the time of application.

Please visit www.elfhcc.com for more information about our company and mission to provide quality care to all.

COVID and influenza vaccines are required

Qualifications

• MUST be an LCSW or LPC.
• At least 3 years of experience post licensure.
• Experience working with patients who have suffered from trauma, abuse and chemical dependency.
• Experience working with the healthcare needs of underserved populations.
• Experience in a health care setting helpful.
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking a plus.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Provides 1:1 psychosocial counseling for ELFHCC patients.
• Complete a psychosocial assessment that includes social, economic, cultural, age-related factors, history of child, elder or domestic abuse, prior psychiatric or substance abuse treatment, family and social support systems.
• Coordinates and plans programs and activities to meet the patient\'s social and emotional needs.
• Collaborates with other members of ELFHCC\'s behavioral health team to provide co-management activities for patients who require additional services.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive, interdisciplinary plan of care which includes patient preferences. Establishes a plan for regular contact with each patient to review progress and assess the potential for additional needs.

Compensation

Salary range commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

At East Liberty Family Health Care Center, we offer an exceptional benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement, Employee Assistance Program, Holiday pay, Paid sick/vacation, and supplemental benefit options.

East Liberty Family, Health Care Center, does not discriminate by race, sex, color, creed, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or national origin in any manner. East Liberty Family, Healthcare Center, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/AA/M/D/F/H/V