Counselor 2

Sphs Group; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Generous time off

Job summary

SPHS Group in New Kensington, PA is seeking a part-time contract clinician to provide clinical assessments and outpatient psychotherapy, including individual, family, and group sessions.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in social work or psychology and eligibility for relevant credentials. Responsibilities span assessment, treatment planning, team collaboration, and meticulous record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or psychology, or a related clinical discipline with practicum.
• Ability or willingness to obtain mental health credential (MH Professional or CAC).
• Skilled in interviewing to inform recommendations.
• Ability to work with staff, providers and social service agencies.
• Must be eligible for Medicare/Medicaid participation and clearances.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessment and diagnostic services to develop a comprehensive treatment plan and related treatment recommendations.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans using various modalities.
• Participates in treatment team meetings with staff at all levels.
• Initiates intra- and inter-agency contacts to facilitate patient care.
• Prepares, maintains and submits case records and required documentation.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Interagency collaboration

Communication with patients

Education

Master’s degree in social work or psychology

Job description

Job Details

Location: New Kensington, PA 15068

Position Type: Part-Time Contract

Job Shift: Any

Overall Function

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

Essential Functions

• Conducts assessment and diagnostic services to develop a comprehensive treatment plan and related treatment recommendations.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans using individual, marital, group, and family methodologies.
• Participates in treatment team meetings with all levels of psychiatric and clinical staff, both individually and in group supervision.
• Initiates appropriate intra- and inter-agency contact to facilitate the care of the individuals that are served.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits all assigned case records, charts, reports, forms, and other required documentation in a professional and timely manner.
• Other duties as required.
• Adheres 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.
• Be an SPHS Hero!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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