License Eligible Outpatient Therapist (Part-Time)-Pittsburgh Office

Position Summary

The Therapist ensures the implementation of effective individual, family, and/or group therapy, and provides training, collaboration and supports to other treatment team members.  The candidate will have the opportunity to provide therapy services by way of Telehealth, office based therapy, and school based therapy.  The position offers flexible hours and a competitive part-time hourly rate.  We also provide training and supervision to help you develop your skills as a clinician. 

**This part-time position is office based with the opportunity for school based.**

***Minimum commitment of at least 10 hours per week with a combination of daytime and evening hours***

Essential Responsibilities

1. Clinical and Support
   1. Provides individual and family therapy in a culturally sensitive manner with adherence to professional Code of Ethics, as recommended by treatment team.
   2. Productivity is determined by Program Director; supervisor monitors caseload size to target desired productivity expectations.
   3. Number of sessions depends on need and program procedures; intervention or treatment styles practiced are empirically supported in treatment research literature and/or Therapist has had thorough training and supervision of those techniques/interventions.
   4. Assesses for the appropriate level of clinical care and refer as necessary.
   5. Conducts comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations of all clients during the initial treatment phase and include the child/family or adult as active members and participants in treatment planning and implementation.
   6. Promotes collaboration within the treatment team.
   7. Facilitates or assists in facilitating groups as per program needs.
   8. Regularly assesses the status of treatment and makes necessary adjustments in the treatment plan.
   9. Communicates with school teachers, counselors, and other staff who work with the client to collaborate regarding care for the client
   10. Meets budgetary and contractual productivity requirements on a consistent basis.
   11. Provides training to various program staff regarding mental health issues, individual and family treatment issues and group work through assisting in routine program training or providing training per supervisor’s request. This is evaluated through supervisor observation, review of case notes, training material and team meeting notes.
   12. Participates in individual and group supervision as indicated by credentials and clinical experience.
   13. Participates in regularly scheduled department staff meetings and other meetings as deemed necessary by the program needs.
   14. Assists family members and other staff in the development and implementation of a crisis plan for each individual/family in treatment.
   15. Consults with other professionals (i.e. psychiatrists, case managers, PCP, etc.) as clinically indicated.
   16. Knows and complies with all state Mental Health regulations regarding mandated reporting of child maltreatment, elder maltreatment, duty to warn/protect, confidentiality, treatment of minors, student rights and Health Information Privacy and Portability Act (HIPAA).
   17. Keeps Program Supervisor up to date with all scheduling issues.
   18. Keeps master schedule up to date.
   19. Plans for discharge from services with client/consumer and refers for follow-up care as needed.
2. Quality Improvement
   1. Works with supervisors and Directors in meeting quality assurance standards for all components of treatment for the program.
   2. Assures the implementation of best practice standards as developed by the service lines.
3. Supervision
   1. Receives supervision.
      1. Receives supervision from and actively communicates with supervisor on an ongoing basis throughout the week by phone, email, written message and when possible, in person regarding program matters.
4. Community Engagement
   1. With the approval of, or at request of Program Supervisor/Program Director, provides in-service/training to other programs on site and/or provide information regarding Pressley Ridge and its services to community organizations for marketing and fundraising.
   2. With the approval of the Program Supervisor/Program Director, provides presentations at local, state or national conferences and workshops.
   3. Provides supervisor with the workshop or training outline for review.
   4. Promotes interagency collaboration.
5. Documentation
   1. Provides documentation that is in compliance with program procedures, State, licensing, and Medicaid regulations, including but not limited to treatment plans, case notes, assessments, summaries, etc.
   2. Signs off on various documentation per program procedures and licensing regulations.
   3. Ensures clinical/financial paperwork is timely and accurate to secure treatment services for the client.
   4. Completes written work that is legible, accurate and uses professional language.
   5. Meets timelines for submitting paperwork established by the program and organization.
   6. Uses written documentation to communicate effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors and collateral contacts.

 Qualifications 

1. Education/Credentials/Licensure:
   1. Office/School-Based:
      1. Requires a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Psychology Social Work or related human services degree.
      2. Licensure preferred or working toward licensure by professional affiliation (in the state of program location).
   2. Requires a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
2. Experience:
   1. Requires a minimum of one (1) year working with children and/or adults and families.
   2. Requires expertise in developmental and emotional needs of children and/or adults and families.
   3. Requires knowledge of community resources and referral procedures.
3. Clearances Required by Applicable Regulations:
   1. State Police
   2. FBI
   3. Child Abuse Clearances
   4. Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training certificate and/or statement

Working Conditions  

1. Physical Demands: 
   1. This position requires operating a keypad device 25% of the day and electronic/office equipment 25% of the day. Travel is required approximately 5 times per month and works in weather conditions about 25% of the day. Fingers, thumbs, hands, wrists, elbows, legs and feet are all routinely used throughout the day. The lower and upper torso is used 75% of the day. Employee must meet minimum requirements for hearing, speech, and vision. Walking is required 50% of the day. Standing occurs 25% of the day. Sitting happens 50% of the day. Reaching above the shoulder as well as bending and twisting are performed 25% of the day. This function routinely lifts 15 pounds, 4 times per day. The maximum lift is 50 pounds, 1 time per day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
2. Mental Demands:
   1. Continually handles distractions that interfere.
   2. Frequently performs multiple tasks, make quick decisions, and concentrate.
   3. Occasionally handles diversity of problems.
3. Environmental Factors: 
   1. Office, school, home, community.
4. Working Hours:
   1. Non-traditional hours as determined by the program. Some programs require evening hours and occasional weekends.