Forensic Therapist - Butler County Prison

Glade Run Lutheran Services; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in mental health services is seeking a Forensic Therapist to support incarcerated individuals transitioning back into the community. This role involves providing holistic services and conducting assessments to ensure stability and reduce recidivism. Candidates must possess a Master's degree and relevant clinical experience. The position offers a supportive work environment and competitive benefits, including a new hire incentive bonus.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

401K with match

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Scholarships

Qualifications

• Two years of Master-level clinical experience required.
• Experience working with adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to SMI incarcerated individuals.
• Conduct psychosocial and health assessments.
• Discharge planning focusing on stability and community reintegration.

Skills

Communication

Emotional Stability

Crisis Intervention

Education

Master's degree in Counseling

Master's degree in Social Services

Master's degree in Mental Health

Master's degree in Substance Abuse

Master's degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

Forensic Therapist - Butler County Prison

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Position Summary: The role of the Therapist - Forensic Services Support Program is to provide services to SMI incarcerated individuals during and up to thirty (30) days following incarceration to ensure a stable transition back into the community. This involves employing a holistic, strengths-based approach that addresses conditions within the offender's life that could contribute to recidivism, joblessness, homelessness, and/or substance abuse relapse. Glade Run recognizes that maintaining service continuity as the individual moves through the criminal justice system and returns to the community is critical.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Services, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and/or Criminal Justice related field
• Two years of Master-level clinical experience required, with at least one year working with adults
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with agency personnel and community stakeholders
• Ability to accept supervision and adjust hours as needed
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Emotional stability to perform essential job functions
• Comfort working in a correctional facility environment
• Ability to work quickly and effectively in high-pressure situations
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to protect client confidentiality
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Clearances: PA State Police, PA Child Abuse, FBI

Core Competencies:

• Conduct psychosocial and health assessments at initial sessions
• Work on skill sets aligned with Treatment Plan goals during each session
• Discharge planning from the start of treatment, focusing on stability and community reintegration
• Complete mental health assessments for service planning and court decisions

Knowledge Areas:

• Individual, Family, and Group Therapy
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Crisis intervention and assessment of high risk and suicide
• Understanding of criminal justice operations

Job Location: Butler, PA (Butler County Prison)

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

About Glade Run: Founded in 1854, Glade Run provides education, mental health, autism, and therapeutic services across Western Pennsylvania. We serve over 5,000 individuals annually, emphasizing faith and service in a supportive environment.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K with match
• Life insurance, long-term disability
• Paid training, licensure supervision, tuition reimbursement
• Incentives and bonuses, employee assistance, scholarships