Family-Based Therapist

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Job Overview:

A Family-Based Therapist works as part of a two-person team to provide in-home therapy and support services for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral problems. The team works with both the child and their family to help cultivate a stable environment at home, increase the caregivers’ effectiveness, and stabilize the child’s emotional and behavioral health.

About us

Central is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to providing mental health services to the community for 75 years. Our mission is to empower individuals to overcome behavioral health challenges and lead fulfilling lives. We operate outpatient programs and community-based programs for all ages focused on delivering accessible and compassionate care to diverse populations.

Schedule:

  • Full-time, 37.5 hours/week with flexible scheduling to support consumers’ needs.

Benefits**

  • Health Care (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
  • No Cost Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Plan
  • Ancillary Benefit Options
  • Paid Time off (accrued starting at 27 days- vacation & sick time), 7 standard holidays plus up to 2 floating holidays- initial based on hire date- additional days added through years of service
  • Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Travel Assistance Services
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Recognized employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
  • Professional Development
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonus

** Eligibility Requirements may apply

Responsibilities:

  • Work in two-person clinical teams to deliver quality family therapy and resource coordination
  • Use creative ways to engage young people and their family members to address complex family-systems issues
  • Maintain a caseload of 6-8 children and their family members
  • Attend career development certification trainings
  • Attend weekly supervision with opportunities for licensure supervision hours
  • Meet with clients and their families three times a week to provide individual and family therapy with sibling and couples/parent treatment provided as needed
  • Make referrals for appropriate supportive services.
  • Maintain client files including timely completion of case notes and treatment plans to ensure that the licensing and standards are upheld at all times.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Holds a Master’s Degree in Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Education, Rehabilitation, or Human Services.
  • Have at least 2 years of experience in a Child and Adolescent Service System Program. (Relevant internship experience could be considered.)
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.
  • Looking for a proactive, self-motivated candidate who excels in both team collaboration and independent work.

Clearances

In accordance with state regulations, all prospective new employees/contractors must provide originals for photocopy of their Federal Criminal History Record (DHS FBI Background Check), PA Criminal Background Check, and PA Child Abuse Clearance before commencing the offered position.

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Central Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Care Provider