Mental Health Therapist

Buckeye Global; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading Pediatric Healthcare Organization in Philadelphia seeks a Mental Health Therapist II to perform mental health assessments, provide individual, group, and family therapy, and offer crisis intervention for children, youth, and families within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a clinical field and at least two years of post-master’s experience, with strong communication, collaboration, and knowledge of child development to support positive patient

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, LMFT or related clinical field.
• Minimum of 2 years post-master’s direct behavioral health or clinical services experience.
• Ability to assess mental health needs, develop treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions.
• Knowledge of child development and psychological assessment techniques.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Ability to establish trusting relationships with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations to evaluate patients’ mental health needs.
• Identify mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment recommendations and care plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based practices.
• Deliver crisis intervention and stabilization when clinically appropriate.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, clinical teams, and community organizations to coordinate patient care.
• Support families through education, advocacy, resource identification, and treatment planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field

Job description

Organization: Leading Pediatric Healthcare Organization

We are seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled Mental Health Therapist II to provide mental health assessment, therapeutic interventions, and crisis support to children, youth, and their families. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background, experience working with youth and families, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support positive patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations to evaluate patients’ mental health needs.
• Identify mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment recommendations and care plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using recognized evidence-based practices.
• Deliver crisis intervention and stabilization when clinically appropriate.
• Provide therapeutic support for mental health conditions and substance-use-related concerns, where applicable.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, clinical teams, and community organizations to coordinate patient care.
• Support families through education, advocacy, resource identification, and treatment planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow applicable professional standards.
• Provide consultation and guidance to developing mental health providers working with youth and families.
• Participate in professional development and ongoing clinical education.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field.
• Minimum of 2 years of post-master’s direct behavioral health or clinical services experience.
• Ability to assess mental health needs, develop treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions.
• Knowledge of child development, child psychopathology, and psychological assessment techniques.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Ability to establish trusting relationships with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Required License or Certification

One of the following qualifying credentials, as applicable, is required upon hire:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — Pennsylvania or New Jersey.
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) — Pennsylvania or New Jersey.
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) — Pennsylvania or New Jersey.
• Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor — Pennsylvania or New Jersey.