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Scranton Counseling Center
MST Therapist
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$35,042 / year median in Pennsylvania
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Scranton Counseling Center has an attractive opening for an MST Therapist to support Scranton Counseling Center's mission of positively impacting the lives of youth and families in the community in Lackawanna, Luzerne, Wyoming, and Susquehanna counties. The current opening will have a caseload primarily serving Luzerne County. MST is the top internationally recognized evidenced based model for at risk youth and families exhibiting negative conduct behaviors. The MST therapist conducts assessments and provides direct clinical treatment; provides parent education, training and coaching; facilitates interaction and collaboration with schools, community providers, and the legal system; advocates on behalf of children and families, as well as other duties. Ongoing specialized training is provided to MST staff. The position requires a Master's Degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a directly related field or a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of direct experience. We offer a comprehensive fringe benefit program to include employee healthcare, eye and dental coverage, guaranteed 401(k) contribution, sick/annual/quarterly personal days/holiday pay including birthday, mileage reimbursement, long-term disability, life insurance, and continuing education and tuition reimbursement. We participate in the Pennsylvania Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Scranton Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without discrimination due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, disability, or Limited English Proficiency (LEP).