

**Please note that this opportunity is part of the Behavioral Health Fellows Program in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. For more information on this professional development opportunity that offers student loan repayment, visit BH Fellows Program.
***This Full-Time position offers a starting salary of $49,000 in addition to the Pressley Ridge Benefits plan.***
*On-call rotation as scheduled providing 24/7 support approximately 1 x month
Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential.
Pressley Ridge Benefits
The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.
Position Summary
The Community Based Therapist will provide individual/family counselling in the home/community settings as well as group therapy in an office setting when appropriate to Young Adults ages 18-25 who have significant mental health needs as well as a history of involvement with welfare or juvenile justice systems. Individual will work closely as the "Team Lead" with Certified Peer Specialist, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor and the Service Coordinator (Mobile Transition Age Youth (MTAY) Treatment Team). The therapist will use evidence- based practices and assessment tools designed specifically for transition age youth.
Essential Responsibilities
Qualifications
Requires a Master's or better in Human Services or related field.
Requires experience working with youth and/or adults and families.
Experience in developmental and emotional needs of youth and/or adults and families is preferred.
Clearances. State Police; FBI clearance; child abuse clearance; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
Working Conditions