Behavioral Health Therapist I - Adult DBT

Behavioral Health Therapist

UPMC Western Behavioral Health is looking for a Behavioral Health Therapist to add to our Adult DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) department. We are the only comprehensive DBT program in the region. We provide evidence based care to high risk individuals. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to develop high clinical competence or expertise in DBT!

Our Behavioral Health Therapist role is eligible for a SIGN-ON BONUS!

1-year work commitment--$5,000

2-year work commitment--$7,000

3-year work commitment--$10,000

Responsibilities:

• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
• Completes same-day clinical documentation and provides info for service authorization.
• Reviews cases and serious patient changes with supervisor and clinical staff.
• Assesses and updates treatment plans based on changing patient needs.
• Conducts supervised assessments and applies treatment models in service delivery.
• Provides individual and group therapy; engages families and educates on recovery.
• Documents all clinical activities per guidelines.
• Coordinates with clinical team on service needs and referrals to appropriate care.
• Attends treatment team meetings to review cases and update plans.
• Maintains daily records of clinical productivity.
• Develops comprehensive treatment plans addressing diverse patient needs.

Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education in school counseling, or related field required. (Successfully completed the educational requirements as defined in practicing state's code)

ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR GRADUATE-LEVEL TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION.

One year of clinical experience preferred.

Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process, as well as application of current version of the DSM preferred.

Experience in diagnosing and treating behavioral and psychiatric conditions preferred.

Prior experience DBT is a bonus, though not required.

Experience working with suicidal individuals is a plus.

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