• Behavioral Health Therapist Associate (Masters…

    UPMC (Erie, PA)


    UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbors** **_Crisis Residential Unit (CRU)_** **is an innovative 8-bed facility providing vital support for individuals in crisis, offering a compassionate alternative to inpatient behavioral health care! Our dedicated team consists of registered nurses, CRNPs/PAs, skilled therapists, technicians, and a discharge specialist- all working together to provide comprehensive care. At Safe Harbor, we offer essential services including medication management, personalized therapy (both group and individual), and seamless connections to follow-up care, ensuring each individual receives the support they need to thrive!

     

    We are looking for someone like YOU to make a difference!

     

    As a member of our CRU team, you'll play a key role in supporting consumers, helping them navigate their recovery journey. This is a causal position, with weekend shifts from 9am-2p, and rotating holidays. If you have a master's degree and prior experience in behavioral health or crisis care settings, we'd love to meet you! Experience working with local and community resources is a big plus, as we believe in the power of community partnerships.

    Responsibilities:

    Role & Supervision:

    + Collaborate with MHP/Supervisor to define role, intervention, and treatment plans.

    + Conduct assessments, screenings and document clinical activities

    Client Engagement & Therapy:

    + Engage clients, address barriers, and provide therapy and education.

    + Involve families in treatment & coordinate care with the team.

    Documentation & Coordination:

    + Maintain accurate case records and develop provisional diagnoses.

    + Ensure continuity of care by coordinating with the treatment and community supports.

    Quality & Performance:

    + Participate in quality improvement activities and perform duties as assigned.

    + Bachelor's degree in psychology, social Work, counseling, education in school counseling, or related field required.

    + Completion of a human services related internship/practicum or 1 year of relevant human services experience.

    + Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process preferred. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**

    + 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