Pediatric Behavioral Health Therapist

WVU Medicine; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a licensed behavioral health professional to join an interdisciplinary treatment team in Wheeling, WV.

The role involves delivering psychotherapy, family therapy, and psychosocial assessments, with collaboration across clinical staff to tailor treatment plans. Responsibilities include direct patient therapy, caregiving coordination, and liaison with community services, ensuring compliance with licensure standards and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Must possess one of the licenses as required by the state where services will be provided.
• State license options include WV, PA, MD, OH as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Participates as an integral professional member of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provides direct one-on-one age specific psychotherapy services when required.
• Assists medical staff in determining appropriateness of services and referrals.
• Develops treatment plans with developmental considerations.
• Provides group and family therapy as directed by treatment planning.
• Acts as liaison for patients and families to community agencies.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Psychotherapy services

Assessment of psychosocial needs

Family therapy

Strong communication

Education

LCSW / LICSW / LPC / Psychologist licensing

PSYPACT / Psychology Resident licensure (PA/EPA)

MSW / LSW / LCSW-C / LPCC (MD) licensing

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a licensed behavioral health professional to join an interdisciplinary treatment team in Wheeling, WV.

The role involves delivering psychotherapy, family therapy, and psychosocial assessments, with collaboration across clinical staff to tailor treatment plans. Responsibilities include direct patient therapy, caregiving coordination, and liaison with community services, ensuring compliance with licensure standards and ongoing education.