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UPMC Behavioral Health Counselor in Seneca, Pennsylvania
Join a Compassionate, Team-Oriented Behavioral Health Unit
We’re seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor to provide clinical treatment to individuals in need of behavioral health services. Our close-knit team takes pride in delivering exceptional care, advocating for patients, and working together to break the stigma surrounding mental illness. If you’re passionate about making a difference in a supportive, all-hands-on-deck environment, we’d love to meet you.
Responsibilities:
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and develop Positive Behavior Support Plans under the guidance of a program manager or supervisor.
Assist with care coordination to ensure clients and families receive high-quality, comprehensive services.
Facilitate referrals for additional clinical services during treatment and at discharge.
Provide individual and family therapy in community, inpatient, and/or outpatient settings.
Monitor and evaluate behavior plans post-implementation to determine effectiveness and update as needed.
Provide clinical supervision to assigned staff through individual, group, and on-site sessions, including participation in treatment team meetings.
Apply behavior support techniques to develop and implement individualized behavior plans with fidelity.
Deliver direct care services to assigned clients.
Collaborate and coordinate with other service providers to ensure integrated care.
Utilize structured clinical assessment tools to evaluate psychiatric symptoms, family functioning, and academic achievement, and effectively communicate results and recommendations.
Participate in interagency team meetings and support the resolution of issues related to service delivery.
Attend and engage in ongoing training to maintain and enhance service provision skills
REQUIRED: Master’s degree in psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, Social Work, or a related field.
1 year of clinical experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of behavioral principles, assessment/evaluation processes, and the DSM (current version) preferred.
Licensure/Certification preferred: Behavior Specialist License, BCBA, NCC, CPRP, Alcohol Highway Safety Instructor, or similar behavioral health credentials.
Required Training & Clearances:
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCM) training within 60 days of hire and annually thereafter
Act 34 Clearance
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran