Mental Health Professional - Pittsburgh - Full Time

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Professional to provide essential clinical treatment services to patients facing mental health challenges. In this role, you will develop tailored treatment plans, collaborate with a skilled clinical team, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in need of support, all while working within a supportive and ethical environment. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to providing high-quality mental health care and helping patients achieve their wellness goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling.
• CPR certification and various background clearances are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develops individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Conducts assessments and monitors treatment progress.
• Collaborates with clinical teams for patient care.

Skills

Clinical Treatment Planning

Patient Assessment

Collaboration with Clinical Team

Documentation and Compliance

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology

Master’s degree in Social Work

Master’s degree in Counseling

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

The Mental Health Professional will provide clinical treatment services to targeted populations. This outpatient treatment program is designed to serve patients with a mental health diagnosis who meet criteria for outpatient and/or partial hospitalization treatment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develops treatment plans for physicians, including an effective continuum of therapeutic, supportive, and other services tailored to patients with various needs and diagnoses. (40%)
2. Collaborates with the clinical team to discuss additional service needs and determines the appropriateness of recommendations. Refers patients to other levels of care, community-based self-help programs, or social and human services as needed. (10%)
3. Documents assessments, treatment sessions, contacts, case management, and other patient-related work in accordance with institutional and regulatory guidelines. (10%)
4. Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities within the program. (5%)
5. Monitors upcoming BH Treatment Plan updates and notifies physicians accordingly. (10%)
6. Acts as a liaison to ensure patient care requirements are met, participating in internal and external meetings as assigned. (5%)
7. Conducts assessments of new patients using standardized documentation formats and makes clinical decisions regarding treatment, interventions, and referrals. Implements and adapts treatment concepts and models for service delivery. (20%)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education (School Counseling), or related field
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature, duties, and responsibilities of this role and may not include all specific responsibilities or qualifications. It is intended to provide a general overview of the role's scope.

Compliance: This position adheres to ethical and legal standards, including the company's code of conduct and policies. Employees may access confidential information and must comply with HIPAA, data security policies, and applicable laws and regulations.

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