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Pressley Ridge
Family Based Therapist
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What they do
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.
$69,188 / year median in Pennsylvania
+5% projected growth
Job Description
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. Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match Prescription coverage Dental and vision plans Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account Wellness incentive (up to $250) 403b with up to 9% employer give/match Free life insurance and AD&D Paid Time Off (PTO) 9 paid holidays (7 recognized holidays plus a floating and birthday holiday per year) Tuition reimbursement (if applicable) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Position Summary The Family Based Therapist works with families that are involved with systems such as mental health, child welfare, and juvenile justice to focus on keeping children and youth in their homes and communities, and to decrease parental stress, family conflict, and social and emotional difficulties that can create crises. Our staff receive intensive training in family therapy in a professional environment where learning and developing is valued. Supportive supervision, including licensure supervision, is provided. As an employee at Pressley Ridge, you would have a direct impact on the lives of some of our communities most vulnerable children and their families. Our Family Based Therapists work with a teammate to provide services to a youth and his or her family, including family and individual therapy, case management, crisis intervention, and advocacy and support. Flexible schedule and mobile technology allow for work life balance. Essential Responsibilities Family & Individual Therapy Service Coordination Safety Planning & Crisis Intervention Advocacy and Support Documentation in Electronic Health Record Participation in Statewide Family Based Training Program Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's or better in Human Services or related field. Masters or better in Human Services or related field is preferred Requires 1-2 years experience working with children and/or families. 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. Valid driver's license and current vehicle insurance. Requires a Bachelor's or better in Human Services or related field. Masters or better in Human Services or related field is preferred Requires 1-2 years experience working with children and/or families. 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.