In-Home Family & Youth Therapist

Diakon; Winding Heights (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Voluntary short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Diakon Behavioral Health Services in Mechanicsburg, PA seeks a full-time in-home therapist to work with children, teens and families. You will deliver individual and family therapy in clients' homes, coordinate treatment plans, and collaborate with schools and other providers to support youth in care.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in social services and at least one year of relevant experience, with strong communication and case management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social service or related field is required.
• Minimum of one year experience in family or related child welfare or human service position.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home individual and family therapy to clients with social and emotional disturbances.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with youth, resource families, and birth families, referring personnel, treatment providers, and others involved in the lives of children and youth.
• Meet regularly in the youth’s home to provide skill development and on-going case management services to coordinate the treatment planning and services provided according to the Treatment Plan and clinical direction.
• Maintain regular contact with referring personnel and attend and testify at court proceedings involving children and youth in care.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Family communication

Home visits

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social service or related field

Job description

Diakon Behavioral Health Services in Mechanicsburg, PA seeks a full-time in-home therapist to work with children, teens and families. You will deliver individual and family therapy in clients' homes, coordinate treatment plans, and collaborate with schools and other providers to support youth in care.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in social services and at least one year of relevant experience, with strong communication and case management skills.