Counselor 2

Sphs Group; Monessen (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plan with agency match

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Generous time off

Job summary

SPHS Group is seeking a clinician to provide clinical assessments and outpatient psychotherapy, including individual, family, and group sessions, in Monessen, PA. The role emphasizes collaborative care with treatment teams and adherence to regulatory requirements.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a clinical discipline, licensure or eligibility, and strong interview skills to gather essential information for treatment planning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with clinical practicum per DHS and DDAP regulations.
• Licensure or eligibility for clinical practice in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to obtain vital information during personal interviews to inform recommendations.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with internal staff and external providers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and diagnostic services to develop treatment plans.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using multiple modalities.
• Participate in treatment team meetings with psychiatric and clinical staff.
• Initiate inter-agency contact to coordinate care for clients.
• Prepare and submit case records, charts, and required documentation promptly.
• Adhere to policies, laws, and confidentiality requirements.

Education

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related clinical discipline (including clinical practicum)

Licensed in a clinical discipline that includes mental health clinical experience

Job description

Job Details

Location: Monessen, PA 15062
Position Type: Part-Time Contract

Overall Function

Provides clinical assessments as well as outpatient psychotherapy, including, but not limited to, individual, family, and group sessions.

Essential Functions

• Conduct assessment and diagnostic services to develop a comprehensive treatment plan and related treatment recommendations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using individual, marital, group, and family methodologies.
• Participate in treatment team meetings with all levels of psychiatric and clinical staff, both individually and in group supervision.
• Initiate appropriate intra- and inter-agency contact to facilitate the care of the individuals that are served.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit all assigned case records, charts, reports, forms, and other required documentation in a professional and timely manner.
• Other duties as required.
• Adhere to all policies, laws, regulations, and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related clinical discipline in which the degree program includes a clinical practicum, also in accordance with DHS and DDAP regulations, or be licensed in a clinical discipline that includes mental health clinical experience.
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to obtain the designated managed care credential of Mental Health Professional or Certified Addiction Counselor.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during a personal interview to make proper recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, providers, and other social service agencies.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, and FBI Fingerprints.

Available Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits are available to eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.