Licensed Therapist

Psychological Network, Inc; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

PAX Health in New Castle, PA is seeking a licensed Therapist to deliver evidence-based outpatient services to individuals and families. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include variable caseloads, group and individual therapy, and documenting in the EHR. Prior licensure (LCSW/LPC) is preferred; supervision is provided for provisional licenses; commitment to ethical, patient-centered care is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted clinical license or provisional license in practicing jurisdiction (LCSW, LPC).
• Fully licensed clinicians must be able to assess, diagnose, and treat patients independently without supervision.
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and evidence based modalities.
• Experience with CBT, DBT, ACT, trauma-informed care, or similar approaches.
• Experience with diverse patient populations and a range of mental health conditions preferred.
• Eligible to provide services for Workers’ Compensation cases preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ethical practice, supervision, and ongoing learning.
• LCADC or CADC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and respond promptly to assigned intake referrals.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and support diagnostic formulation.
• Establish diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans appropriate to level of licensure and supervision requirements.
• Provide direct clinical services, including individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy.
• Maintain an active caseload appropriate to experience level and licensure status.
• Independently manage treatment planning and clinical decision making when fully licensed.
• Participate in individual and group supervision in accordance with licensure requirements when provisionally licensed.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment approaches based on clinical need and outcomes.
• Support discharge and aftercare planning to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide case management services and coordinate referrals to external resources when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Ensure coordination and integration of services documented across providers and disciplines.
• Collaborate with prescribers, including the Medical Director, and multidisciplinary care teams to support patient outcomes.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, clinical consultations, staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
• Comply with all local, state, and federal confidentiality and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver culturally responsive, patient centered care aligned with PAX Health values.
• Abide by PAX Health code of ethics and model values.
• Perform other duties as needed within the scope of the role.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Case management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

PAX Healthis a leading mental and behavioral health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals facing mental health challenges. Our team of professionals strive to create an environment where mental health is prioritized, stigma is eradicated, and individuals can thrive in their journey towards well-being.

The Therapistis responsible for delivering high quality,evidence basedclinical services to patients and their families within PAX Health’s outpatient setting. This includes individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy tailored to each patient’s needs and level of care, as well as Workers’ Compensation clients or Motor VehicleAccidentclients as needed.

This position may be filled by a fully licensed clinician (LCSW, LPC). Fully licensed clinicians are expected to practice independently, managing their own caseloads and clinical decision making, while provisionally licensed clinicians work under the supervision of a licensed Clinical Supervisor as they continue developing clinical competencies toward independent licensure.

The Therapistplays a key role in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, ongoing care coordination, and discharge planning. In partnership with clinical leadership and the multidisciplinary treatment team, the Therapist ensures services are delivered in alignment with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, ethical guidelines, and evidence based practices, while maintaining a patient centered and culturally responsive approach to care.

Responsibilities:

• Receive, review, and respond promptly to assigned intake referrals
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and support diagnostic formulation
• Establish diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans appropriate to level of licensure and supervision requirements
• Provide direct clinical services, including individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy
• Maintain an active caseload appropriate to experience level and licensure status
• Independently manage treatment planning and clinical decision making when fully licensed
• Participate in individual and group supervision in accordance with licensure requirements when provisionally licensed
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment approaches based on clinical need and outcomes
• Support discharge and aftercare planning to ensure continuity of care
• Provide case management services and coordinate referrals to external resources when appropriate
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Ensure coordination and integration of services documented across providers and disciplines
• Collaborate with prescribers, including the Medical Director, and multidisciplinary care teams to support patient outcomes
• Participate in treatment team meetings, clinical consultations, staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities
• Comply with all local, state, and federal confidentiality and regulatory requirements
• Deliver culturally responsive, patient centered care aligned with PAX Health values
• Abide by PAX Health code of ethics and model values
• Perform other duties as needed within the scope of the role

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field
• Active and unrestricted clinical license or provisional license in practicing jurisdiction(LCSW, LPC)
• Fully licensed clinicians must be able to assess, diagnose, and treat patients independently without supervision
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and evidence based modalities
• Interest and/or experience in modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, trauma informed care, or similar approaches
• Experience working with diverse patient populations and a range of mental health conditions preferred
• Eligible to provide services for Workers’ Compensation cases preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills
• Proficiency with EHR systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to ethical practice, professional growth, supervision, and ongoing learning
• Commitment to delivering high quality, patient centered care
• LCADC or CADC is a plus

Locations:

• New Castle, PA: Compensation is 55% of collections, part-time or full-time
• Freehold and Point Pleasant NJ: Compensation is $65 per hour, part-time