A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.
Mental Health Professional (MHP) Nulton Diagnostic & Treatment Center - Bedford, PA The Opportunity Join a dedicated interdisciplinary team providing intensive, year-round therapeutic support in a day-program setting for children and adolescents (ages 5-21). Our program focuses on clients who require significant support but remain at home, with a requirement that those 18 and older are enrolled in school full-time. Why Join NDTC? 1.
Small Group Impact:
Work in small settings that allow for high levels of individual attention. 2.
Team Approach:
Collaborate daily with our Mental Health Workers, Director, and Teachers. 3.
Professional Growth:
Gain experience in diverse modalities (Narrative, Behavioral, etc.) within a supportive clinical environment. 4.
Training Provided:
We provide specialized training in crisis management and de-escalation to ensure you are equipped to intervene safely. Essential Responsibilities 1.
Clinical Direction:
Develop and update Treatment Plan (TP) objectives and provide clinical input for 20-day treatment reviews. 2.
Therapeutic Support:
Facilitate individual and family therapy, as well as lead "in-the-moment" therapeutic interventions within the classroom. 3.
Crisis Leadership:
Lead and assist the team in de-escalating client crises as they occur. 4.
Case Management:
Act as the primary liaison for service coordination with families, school districts, and outside agencies (CYS/Juvenile Probation). 5.
Documentation:
Complete admission intakes and maintain precise, objective clinical records. Qualifications 1.
Education:
Master's degree in a social service or education field (Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, etc.). 2.
Experience:
At least one year of experience working with children and families. 3.
Requirements:
Must be able to obtain Act 33 (Child Abuse), Act 34 (Criminal Record), and FBI Clearances. 4.
Skills:
Strong clinical writing skills and a desire to work with children facing mental and behavioral health challenges. Benefits Ø Competitive salary Ø Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Ø 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching company contributions Ø Paid vacation and paid holidays Equal Opportunity Employer Nulton Diagnostic and Treatment Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin.
