Licensed Outpatient Therapist

Clarvida; Aliquippa (Beaver County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarvida is seeking an Outpatient Therapist at the Bachelor’s/Master’s level to provide individual and family therapy in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. This role requires a strong focus on clinical documentation and effective collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Candidates should have relevant degrees in psychology or social work and experience with mental health services. Up to 100% travel is expected as part of the role, reflecting the commitment to comprehensive care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Rehabilitation, or Activity Program.
• Graduate degree with 12 graduate‑level credits in mental health or counseling.
• Minimum one year of experience with CASSP service system or employment by a licensed mental health services agency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments at intake and ongoing intervals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans according to regulations.
• Provide therapy based on consumer treatment plans.

Skills

Electronic health record systems

Effective communication

Mathematical proficiency

Team-working skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, or similar

Graduate degree in a clinical discipline

Job description

Job Title

Outpatient Therapist – Bachelor’s/Master’s Level (Mental Health Worker)

Program(s)

Outpatient Clinic/School Based Mental Health

Location

Pennsylvania

Reports To

Clinical Supervisor

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt

Summary

This position is responsible for the provision of individual and family therapy sessions for consumers assigned to each caseload and for ensuring completion of required clinical documentation in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments at intake and at ongoing intervals, completing standardized assessments and/or outcome‑based measures.
• Develop individualized treatment plans in accordance with applicable county, state, and federal regulations.
• Provide therapy in the settings recommended by individual consumer treatment plans.
• Collaborate with all team members to deliver comprehensive, whole‑person treatment.
• Continuously evaluate treatment efficacy through review of individualized consumer‑driven plans.
• Create transition and discharge plans based on recovery progress, goals, and symptomology.
• Complete all required clinical documentation, including progress notes, discharge summaries, incident reports, and treatment reviews through the electronic health record system.
• Respond to emergency or crisis situations with team members and consumers, ensuring safety and applying de‑escalation skills as needed.
• Maintain an assigned, planned schedule by following program guidelines to ensure regular service provision.
• Coordinate care through routine conversations and referrals to natural supports, external agencies, PCPs, school districts, and others.
• Engage in ongoing supervision, training, and department and team meetings to support professional development.
• Adhere to professional and ethical interaction policies, behaving respectfully with consumers, family members, and coworkers.
• Assist with additional duties to support business priorities and processes.

Other Duties

While this description outlines primary responsibilities, additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Required Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Rehabilitation, or Activity Program.
  • OR a graduate degree in a clinical discipline with at least 12 graduate‑level credits in mental health or counseling.
• Preferred Education and Experience
  • Minimum of one year of experience with a CASSP service system, or employment by a licensed mental health services agency, or other mental health clinicians with training in behavioral modification techniques.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  • None required.
• Qualifications
  • Proficient in electronic health record systems.
  • Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and instructions.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Mathematical proficiency, including basic arithmetic and use of MS Excel for data entry and reporting.
  • Sound reasoning ability to make calm, timely decisions and to utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to consumer needs.
  • Team‑working skills and organizational competence.
  • Experience with psychological assessments and outcome measures.

Travel

Up to 100% travel between appointment sites or other locations, as outlined by the program.

Physical Demands

May be required to remain stationary 50% of the time. Occasional movement in home, school, community, clinic, or program office environments; including use of computers, copying, printing, and occasionally ascending or descending stairs. Must communicate frequently with consumers, employees, and external sources and manage resources and materials in diverse settings.

Work Environment

Work may occur in home, school, community, clinic, or program office settings as specified by individual consumer treatment plans.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, color, disability, family status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or veteran status. The employer is an affirmative action employer and will consider active and retired disability status and national origin, race, and gender for employment and for preference on the presence of the same in the interview panels and for placement on the hiring panel.