Mental Health Worker Associate

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Worker Associate to provide essential behavioral health interventions for young children. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a therapeutic classroom setting, collaborating closely with a passionate team. You will develop group activities, track patient progress, and participate in assessments, all while maintaining a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant bachelor's degree and a commitment to fostering positive mental health outcomes. Join this innovative team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in mental health or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor group activities for patients in collaboration with the team.
• Track and summarize daily progress notes and data for assigned patients.
• Participate in behavioral and functional assessments of patients.

Skills

Behavioral Health Interventions

Team Collaboration

Data Management

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Bachelor's Degree in Counseling

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Tools

CPR Certification

Comprehensive Crisis Management Certification

Child Abuse Reporting Certification

FBI Clearance

Job description

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Purpose:

The Mental Health Worker Associate provides behavioral health interventions for children with trauma, ages 2-5 years, in a therapeutic classroom milieu. Opportunity to work closely and actively with colleagues in a team environment.

The Matilda H. Theiss Child Development Center is the cornerstone of early childhood mental health services at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital. For over 30 years, Theiss has supported person-centered, family-focused, positive approaches, as well as individualized models of care across a continuum of services.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor group activities for patients in collaboration with the team.
• Track and summarize daily progress notes and data for assigned patients, covering educational, behavioral, and skills development programs.
• Work cooperatively in a trans-disciplinary environment under the supervision of senior staff.
• Participate in behavioral and functional assessments of patients.
• Maintain professional rapport with co-workers, patients, and visitors.
• Coordinate data management for program evaluation and report findings to the clinical community.
• Assess and monitor skills development programs (e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy).
• Assist in monitoring patient satisfaction from various stakeholders (teachers, parents, child, outside agencies).
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, education, or related field required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in mental health or related field preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran