PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. Pathways to Recovery (PTR) is Philadelphia's short-term co-occurring disorder treatment partial hospitalization program. Pathways to Recovery (PTR) is Philadelphia's short-term co-occurring disorder treatment partial hospitalization program. The program is funded by Community Behavioral Health (CBH) and Behavioral Health Special Initiative (BHSI) for Philadelphia residents with co-occurring substance use and mental health challenges. Our program works with participants for 20 hours per week for up to 9 weeks. We provide a menu of treatment services available each day, including individual, group, and family therapy; medication-assisted treatment and medication management with our psychiatrist; health care coordination and full-time nursing support; full-time case management; and full-time peer recovery specialist support.
JOB OVERVIEW: We are seeking a full-time substance abuse and mental health therapist to provide clinical treatment to PTR participants.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Complete biopsychosocial assessments.
* Work with each participant and the treatment team to devise a comprehensive treatment plan based on the psychological evaluation and other assessments.
* Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions. Work to ensure maximum client show rate.
* Record individual and group progress notes in the DAP format after each therapeutic activity.
* Maintain a continuous record of all contacts, events, and progress toward the accomplishment of goals as stated in the treatment plan. Ensure that charts meet all state, local, and program standards.
* Provide crisis intervention services as needed.
* Alert the clinical team to any current or potential behavioral problems of participants.
* Update treatment plans with input from the treatment team, as indicated by program policies and procedures.
* Participate in weekly clinical case conferences.
* Collaborate with off-site community-based providers. Establish linkages to facilitate client referrals and coordination.
* Work with the treatment team to develop continuing care plans one month before discharge.
* Complete discharge summaries.
* Coordinate care and conduct utilization reviews with insurers.
* Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and other required meetings.
* Complete court reports and attend court, if applicable.
* Meet or exceed caseload and productivity requirements.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
* Master's degree required, preferably in a related field such as psychology, social work, counseling, etc.
* Preferred: Licensure in Pennsylvania as a professional counselor (LPC), social worker (LSW), clinical social worker (LCSW), marriage and family therapist (LMFT), or psychologist
* Preferred: Certification in Pennsylvania as an alcohol and drug counselor (CADC or CAADC)
Experience:
* 2+ years of clinical experience conducting individual, family, and group therapy required.
* Experience in substance abuse treatment with an adult population.
* Experience and training in evidence-based approaches.
Knowledge & Skills:
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Ability to function professionally and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with other staff members.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently as well as collaboratively.
* Ability to establish professional limits.
* Knowledge of and adherence to all state, city, and program policies and procedures.
* Sensitivity to issues of diversity.
* Ability to negotiate social service and legal systems to advocate for clients.
* Thorough knowledge of alcoholism and other addictions, mental health disorders and treatment, and the needs of dually diagnosed consumers.
* Ability to use therapeutic skills to assist consumers in the process of recovery.
* Preferred: Fluency in Spanish.
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
$58k-76k yearly est. 58d ago
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Behavioral Health Technician (Full-Time)
Public Health Management Corporation 4.3
Therapist job at PHMC
SUBSIDIARY: The Center for Autism (CFA) PROGRAM: CORE (Creating Opportunities for Relating and Engaging) ROLE TYPE: Full-Time CORE is a center-based program for children aged 2 to 6 years old. The primary goal is to address the core deficits of autism so that each child may improve upon their communication, social interaction, self-regulation, and behaviors. Children participate in predetermined structured activities each day based on the goals defined in their individual treatment plans.
The Center for Autism's CORE program utilizes the Early Start Denver Model (EDSM).
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is responsible for direct therapy with children enrolled in the CORE program. This position reports to a CORE Team Lead (licensed behavior consultant).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Implement treatment plan goals and intervention strategies with clients using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
* Collect daily data for clients and enter data into Microsoft Excel.
* Maintain the physical environment to ensure the delivery of clinical interventions and client safety.
* Complete daily progress notes for clients and enter notes into an electronic medical record system.
* Utilize antecedent-based interventions and least-to-most prompting as part of crisis management prevention.
* Prompt safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors in order to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills. Fade prompts appropriately to promote independent use of the replacement behaviors.
* Provide crisis management intervention.
* Participate in weekly team meetings.
* Share responsibility for maintaining team meeting documentation.
* Maintain effectiveness in response to various situational demands.
* Demonstrate initiative and responsibility for pursuing therapeutic resources for clients in accordance with The Center for Autism's mission statement.
* Participate in weekly supervision with the CORE Team Lead.
* Complete daily billing information.
* Complete incident/injury reports.
* Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
SKILLS:
* Familiarity with CredibleBH or other similar electronic medical record applications
* Physical ability to lift children, play on the floor, and run with/after children
* Able to move (repeatedly) from a standing position to a kneeling position and back
* Detail-oriented
* Ability to meet deadlines
QUALIFICATIONS:
According to PA state regulations, individuals who provide BHT-ABA services must meet at least one of the following qualifications. If you have not yet completed the indicated trainings but meet the other listed requirements, you are welcome to apply.
* Have a high school diploma or GED and have completed an approved 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List
* Have 2+ years of experience in providing ABA services and have completed 40+ hours of approved training related to ABA
* Have a BCaBA, RBT, BCAT, or other approved behavior analysis certification
Preferred Education: Some college coursework related to psychology, social work, applied behavior analysis, etc.
Preferred Experience: 1+ years of direct care experience or supervised practice
TRAINING:
In accordance with the state, CFA has developed a training plan for all staff. Written plans and annual training requirements are updated annually for each staff person and based on their educational level, experience, job functions, and performance reviews, all in accordance with state regulations.
PAY GRADE: 15
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
$31k-42k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Behavioral Health Technician-COC
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
The Behavioral Health Technician works as a member of a multi disciplinary case management team that provides short-term outreach services to individuals (Adults and Children) and families who present with high acuity behavioral health needs. The Technicians work will be primarily in conjunction with the Behavioral Health Case Managers and the Nurse to ensure that coordination of behavioral healthcare services go uninterrupted from the assessment process through the treatment /services options with re-assessment, as appropriate. The technician will provide support services to team members and individuals and/or families, as requested.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide supportive services to individuals with acute behavior health challenges.
Provide guidance and encouragement to individuals regarding self-care skills and activities of daily living.
Assist with the scheduling and keeping of appointments.
Observe the behavior, attitude and physical condition of individuals and family and their home environment and provide feedback to the treatment team of founded behaviors.
Encourage individuals and families cooperation with the treatment program; giving them reassurance and support, as needed.
Assist the Case Manager and Nurse in teaching the individual and/or family to access identified community resources.
Skills Required:
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals and agencies, representing varying perspectives within a multi-diverse system of care.
Demonstrated qualities of integrity, stability, creativity, discriminatory judgment and negotiation skills. Working understanding of Recovery principles, the priority populations, cultural competency initiatives, case management and managed care principles.
Knowledge of community- based resources in Philadelphia.
Good oral and written communications skills.
Familiarity and functional ability with a personal computer
Education and Experience:
A minimum of a High School diploma with a minimum of five years' experience in the Mental Health and/or Drug and Alcohol field in either or both child or adult component of the social services system. Experience in a combination of at least 2 of these areas and age groups is preferred. Active participation as a member of a treatment team; preferably community based treatment, with a minimum one year experience in this capacity.
Mobility and ability to do ‘aggressive outreach' in the community in order to engage consumers and families.
Valid motor vehicle operator's license with proof of insurability; prior to employment.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law
$27k-31k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Behavioral Health Technician-COC
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
The Behavioral Health Technician works as a member of a multi disciplinary case management team that provides shod-term outreach services to individuals (Adults and Children) and families who present with high acuity behavioral health needs, The Technicians' work will be primarily in conjunction with the Behavioral Health Case Managers and the Nurse to ensure that coordination of behavioral healthcare services go uninterrupted from the assessment process through the treatment /services options with re-assessment, as appropriate. The technician will provide support services to team members and individuals and/or families, as requested.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide supportive services to individuals with acute behavior health challenges.
Provide guidance and encouragement to individuals regarding self-care skills and activities of daily living.
Assist with the scheduling and keeping of appointments.
Observe the behavior, attitude and physical condition of individuals and family and their home environment and provide feedback to the treatment team of founded behaviors.
Encourage individuals and families cooperation with the treatment program; giving them reassurance and support, as needed.
Assist the Case Manager and Nurse in teaching the individual and/or family to access identified community resources.
Skills Required;
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals and agencies, representing varying perspectives within a multi-diverse system of care. .
Demonstrated qualities of integrity, stability, creativity, discriminatory judgment and negotiation skills. Working understanding of Recovery principles, the priority populations, cultural competency Initiatives, case management and managed care principles.
Knowledge of community- based resources in Philadelphia.
Good oral and written communications skills.
Familiarity and functional ability with a personal computer,
Education and Experience:
A minimum of a High School diploma with a minimum of five years' experience in the Mental Health and/or 0mg and Alcohol field in either or both child or adult component of the social services system. Experience in a combination of at least 2 of these areas and age groups is preferred. Active participation as a member of a treatment team; preferably community based treatment, with a minimum one year experience in this capacity.
Physical Demands:
Mobility and ability to do “aggressive outreach” in the community in order to engage consumers and families. Ability to access alternative transportation when agency vehicle is unavailable. Ability to navigate stairs (at least one flight). Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
Essential Functions:
Have all appropriate levels of “security” clearance.
Valid motor vehicle operators license with proof of insurability; prior to employment.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law
$27k-31k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Behavioral Health Technician (Full-Time)
Public Health Management Corporation 4.3
Therapist job at PHMC
SUBSIDIARY: The Center for Autism (CFA) PROGRAM: CORE (Creating Opportunities for Relating and Engaging) ROLE TYPE: Full-Time CORE is a center-based program for children aged 2 to 6 years old. The primary goal is to address the core deficits of autism so that each child may improve upon their communication, social interaction, self-regulation, and behaviors. Children participate in predetermined structured activities each day based on the goals defined in their individual treatment plans.
The Center for Autism's CORE program utilizes the Early Start Denver Model (EDSM).
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is responsible for direct therapy with children enrolled in the CORE program. This position reports to a CORE Team Lead (licensed behavior consultant).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Implement treatment plan goals and intervention strategies with clients using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
* Collect daily data for clients and enter data into Microsoft Excel.
* Maintain the physical environment to ensure the delivery of clinical interventions and client safety.
* Complete daily progress notes for clients and enter notes into an electronic medical record system.
* Utilize antecedent-based interventions and least-to-most prompting as part of crisis management prevention.
* Prompt safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors in order to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills. Fade prompts appropriately to promote independent use of the replacement behaviors.
* Provide crisis management intervention.
* Participate in weekly team meetings.
* Share responsibility for maintaining team meeting documentation.
* Maintain effectiveness in response to various situational demands.
* Demonstrate initiative and responsibility for pursuing therapeutic resources for clients in accordance with The Center for Autism's mission statement.
* Participate in weekly supervision with the CORE Team Lead.
* Complete daily billing information.
* Complete incident/injury reports.
* Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
SKILLS:
* Familiarity with CredibleBH or other similar electronic medical record applications
* Physical ability to lift children, play on the floor, and run with/after children
* Able to move (repeatedly) from a standing position to a kneeling position and back
* Detail-oriented
* Ability to meet deadlines
QUALIFICATIONS:
According to PA state regulations, individuals who provide BHT-ABA services must meet at least one of the following qualifications. If you have not yet completed the indicated trainings but meet the other listed requirements, you are welcome to apply.
* Have a high school diploma or GED and have completed an approved 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List
* Have 2+ years of experience in providing ABA services and have completed 40+ hours of approved training related to ABA
* Have a BCaBA, RBT, BCAT, or other approved behavior analysis certification
Preferred Education: Some college coursework related to psychology, social work, applied behavior analysis, etc.
Preferred Experience: 1+ years of direct care experience or supervised practice
TRAINING:
In accordance with the state, CFA has developed a training plan for all staff. Written plans and annual training requirements are updated annually for each staff person and based on their educational level, experience, job functions, and performance reviews, all in accordance with state regulations.
PAY GRADE: 15
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
$31k-42k yearly est. 13d ago
IBHS Behavioral Health Technician (Fee-for-Service)
Public Health Management Corporation 4.3
Therapist job at PHMC
DEPARTMENT: Community Mental Health (CMH) PROGRAM: Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) ROLE TYPE: Fee-for-Service/Special Payroll The Fee-for-Service Behavioral Health Technician provides 1:1 therapeutic support and behavioral interventions to children and adolescents in school, community, and/or home settings in order to help clients achieve goals identified in their treatment plans.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Foster a therapeutic relationship with the child and support their therapeutic needs and therapeutic goals in the treatment plan.
* Based upon the treatment/behavior plan, use therapeutic techniques and interventions best matched to the individual to help them achieve goals in the treatment plan
* Provide input and feedback that contributes to the development of the treatment plan.
* Provide crisis management and support to clients, including prevention, de-escalation, and processing of strategies to support improved client functioning.
* Coach the teacher, parent, and child on how to effectively implement strategies and interventions that promote attainment of treatment goals and help the client achieve success.
* Actively engage the client and their caregivers and/or teachers (as well as other adult supports) to work toward the achievement of treatment goals, applying a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions.
* Provide feedback to other team members regarding outcome measurement related to interventions and responses.
* Adhere to CASSP principles of being child-centered, family-focused, community-based, multi-system, culturally competent, and least restrictive/least intrusive. Incorporate these principles throughout treatment.
* Actively collaborate with all treatment team members on a frequent and regular basis.
* Attend supervision and training as directed, following the service contract.
* Adhere to regulations regarding further professional development. Complete all of the mandatory trainings required to maintain compliance with agency expectations and guidelines.
* Ensure compliance with PHMC policies and procedures, including confidentiality and reporting suspected abuse.
Contributing to the Team
* Participate in regular meetings with staff to ensure priorities are clear, coordination is good, and communication is open. Develop additional methods for ongoing effective communication.
* Cooperate and communicate as a multidisciplinary staff team member through formal meetings, informal consultations, and committee participation.
* Model traits of a responsible team member by executing job responsibilities, open communication, and good follow-through. Support team members to do the same.
* Respond promptly to the concerns and interests of clients, parents, guardians, funding entities, and other PHMC staff.
Trauma-Informed Behavior
* Demonstrate commitment to being trauma-informed and maintaining a therapeutic environment and community that promotes safety and nonviolence as the basis for all we do with clients and staff.
* Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of trauma-informed practices, including emotional intelligence, effective communication, understanding of the impact of trauma on development, strengths-based and person-centered practice, resilience focus, and commitment to growth and change.
Administrative Activities
* Ensure compliance with all of PHMC's policies and procedures, including confidentiality and acting as a mandated reporter in accordance with the law, policies, and procedures.
* Implement all documentation requirements and ensure that reports are complete, thorough, timely, and written in the prescribed format. Ensure that staff members do the same.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS:
* Understanding of theory and implementation of behavior modification interventions
* Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with a broad variety of people, including other team members and management
* Ability to quickly form trusting relationships with a child/adolescent population based on an understanding of developmental process and emotional needs
* Ability to form effective working relationships with diverse clients, school staff, family members, and stakeholders
* Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
* Maintains appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality
* Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving, and follow-through
* Independently assessing and recording data in order to report behavioral outcomes and intervention results to Behavior Consultants, Mobile Therapists, and Psychologists
* Knowledge, application, and adherence to CASSP principles
* Ability to effectively and independently communicate treatment objectives and interventions to youth, family, school staff, and other treatment team members
* Ability to administer First Aid and CPR, if necessary
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must meet one of the following:
* Have a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, sociology, education, criminal justice, or another human service field
* Have a high school diploma or equivalent and have completed a 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List as evidenced by a certification that includes the name of the responsible trainer, who is certified as a BCBA or BCaBA (on-the-job training will be provided)
* Preferred: 2 years of experience in the provision of behavioral health services
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
$31k-42k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Behavioral Health Clinician
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
Job Description
Conducts clinical and psychosocial evaluations of consumers at the request of the County Office of Mental Health or designee. Functions as leader or co-leader in trauma recovery training and educational groups.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Schedule appointments with the referring individual to interview consumers. Advise which materials must be included in the referral packet.
Interview the consumer, including a mini-mental status exam, as appropriate, consult with available members of the treatment team, and assure that all required forms are completed properly and included in the referral packet;
Initiate all contacts necessary to formulate a clinical opinion of the consumer's need for extended hospitalization, including family members, case management and/or residential staff, etc.
Review all related documentation and prepare the assessment.
In the event the recommendation is for extended care, the Behavioral Health Clinician is required to prepare packets, and distribute same, including copying and delivery to EAC units, when necessary;
Maintain communication with the referral staff as may be necessary to assure appropriate disposition of the referral.
Review mental status and response to treatment each week with the referring clinical team members; prepare a written summary in format provided, re-assess as indicated to determine the need for continued inpatient care.
Participate in staff meetings and case conferences as needed.
Ability to formulate a short-term transitional treatment plan, including monitoring of the discharge plan for consumers in EAC and documentation of discharge process.
Conduct case monitoring of all consumers on the EAC waiting list, including clinical oversight of treatment provision, attention to medical and residential needs, and advocacy; prepare written reports as requested.
Understanding of diagnostic criteria and appropriate treatment approaches, clinical guidelines or best practices.
Perform as leader or co-leader in trauma recovery focused training and educational groups.
Knowledge of community-based resources in Philadelphia.
Skills Required:
Excellent clinical, interviewing, assessment/evaluation skills; thorough knowledge of the DSM-IV, initial status exam and multi-axial diagnostic system, knowledge of medical necessity criteria and the Pennsylvania Client Placement Criteria, knowledge/capability to learn and execute trauma focused training, thorough knowledge of MS Word and Excel; excellent writing ability
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in psychology, clinical social work or human service discipline with a minimum of 7 years clinical experience or Master's degree with a minimum 5 years clinical experience, Master's degree preferred, knowledge/capability of learning word processing, excel and common office equipment.
Physical Demands:
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of the position; driver license and use of personal car;
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.
$38k-47k yearly est. 22d ago
Behavioral Health Clinician
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
Conducts clinical and psychosocial evaluations of consumers at the request of the County Office of Mental Health or designee. Functions as leader or co-leader in trauma recovery training and educational groups.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Schedule appointments with the referring individual to interview consumers. Advise which materials must be included in the referral packet.
Interview the consumer, including a mini-mental status exam, as appropriate, consult with available members of the treatment team, and assure that all required forms are completed properly and included in the referral packet;
Initiate all contacts necessary to formulate a clinical opinion of the consumer's need for extended hospitalization, including family members, case management and/or residential staff, etc.
Review all related documentation and prepare the assessment.
In the event the recommendation is for extended care, the Behavioral Health Clinician is required to prepare packets, and distribute same, including copying and delivery to EAC units, when necessary;
Maintain communication with the referral staff as may be necessary to assure appropriate disposition of the referral.
Review mental status and response to treatment each week with the referring clinical team members; prepare a written summary in format provided, re-assess as indicated to determine the need for continued inpatient care.
Participate in staff meetings and case conferences as needed.
Ability to formulate a short-term transitional treatment plan, including monitoring of the discharge plan for consumers in EAC and documentation of discharge process.
Conduct case monitoring of all consumers on the EAC waiting list, including clinical oversight of treatment provision, attention to medical and residential needs, and advocacy; prepare written reports as requested.
Understanding of diagnostic criteria and appropriate treatment approaches, clinical guidelines or best practices.
Perform as leader or co-leader in trauma recovery focused training and educational groups.
Knowledge of community-based resources in Philadelphia.
Skills Required:
Excellent clinical, interviewing, assessment/evaluation skills; thorough knowledge of the DSM-IV, initial status exam and multi-axial diagnostic system, knowledge of medical necessity criteria and the Pennsylvania Client Placement Criteria, knowledge/capability to learn and execute trauma focused training, thorough knowledge of MS Word and Excel; excellent writing ability
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in psychology, clinical social work or human service discipline with a minimum of 7 years clinical experience or Master's degree with a minimum 5 years clinical experience, Master's degree preferred, knowledge/capability of learning word processing, excel and common office equipment.
Physical Demands:
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of the position; driver license and use of personal car;
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.
$38k-47k yearly est. Auto-Apply 51d ago
Staff Psychologist & Forensic Support Team Co
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
Job Description
The Behavioral Health and Justice Division (BHJD) is committed to working towards reducing criminal justice involvement for Philadelphians with behavioral health challenges, including Serious Mental Illness (SMI). BHJD organizes its work according to the Sequential Intercept Model, identifying opportunities to intervene at various points of criminal justice system involvement to deflect and divert individuals away from further penetration of the system and into the behavioral health system. By helping connect individuals to needed treatment and support services that promote stability in the community, BHJD believes that Philadelphians are less likely to be arrested and can achieve health, well-being, and self-determination. BHJD also aligns with Stepping Up and focuses its efforts on lowering the number of Philadelphians with SMI admitted to the Philadelphia Department of Prisons (PDP), reducing their length of stay, connecting them to treatment/supports upon release, and reducing recidivism.
The Forensic Support Team (FST) of BHJD was established to meet the unique needs of Philadelphians who are adjudicated not competent to stand trial. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator is a part of this team, which was created to work within the Philadelphia Department of Prisons (PDP) and Norristown State Hospital (NSH) in order to assist individuals while in jail, when transitioning from jail to NSH, and when re-entering the community typically under the court's jurisdiction. To support this forensic population, the FST and the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator help individuals navigate the Philadelphia judicial and behavioral health systems while also seeking to address each individual's unique legal, behavioral, medical, physical, cultural, and/or financial needs. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator becomes an important part of a team comprised of: one (1) FST Supervisor (a licensed psychologist); three (3) Clinical Assessors, and one (1) Post-Doctoral Resident.
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator functions to coordinate activities of the FST in addition to completing clinical assessments and system navigation for justice-involved individuals with behavioral health challenges. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator is responsible for orienting new team members, supervising Master's or Bachelor's level interns, taking the lead on team initiatives, facilitating internal or external meetings, and assisting with community-referred evaluations. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator also assists the FST Supervisor with review of the team's evaluations. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator can also provide ad-hoc/booster training to enhance the forensic report writing of Masters-level clinicians. This provides an extra layer of quality control and improvement in report writing, allowing a senior FST member to support skill development in other FST members. In addition, since FST is part of BHJD, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator would be expected to assist with division-wide projects that could encompass behavioral health, justice-related programs or initiatives overseen by BHJD.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will utilize their experience and knowledge in the field to assist individuals who have been adjudicated not competent to stand trial (IST) and/or non-restorable due to severe mental illness and criminal justice involvement. More specifically, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will help these individuals and the individual's support system to navigate PDP, NSH, the court system, residential programs (if needed), and support services upon reentry into the community. He or she will also reduce barriers that keep these individuals with mental illness and criminal justice involvement from accessing timely treatment by identifying behavioral health needs and directing individuals to appropriate resources.
To be successful in this role, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator must be:
Relationship builder:
Building and maintaining effective working relationships is the foundation of effective forensic navigation. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will continue to build upon existing relationships and utilize those relationships to improve coordination of care and reduce barriers for re-entry for people with mental illness who are involved with the legal system. The Clinical Assessors, and especially the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator, have collaborative working relationships with several different groups of people: individuals who are incarcerated, the individual's family members, healthcare teams within PDP, assistant district attorneys, defense attorneys, criminal court officials, Norristown State Hospital staff, and resource providers within the community. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will also be asked to orient and introduce new staff members to these systems. When orienting staff or building work relationships, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator is expected to practice cultural humility.
Clinical care coordinator
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator conducts forensic evaluations and coordinates care for individuals who are adjudicated not competent and/or non-restorable in Philadelphia. They coordinate with the court system, NSH, and treatment providers to determine the most clinically as well as culturally appropriate and effective interventions and levels of care, and they provide the needed linkages. They plan re-entry for individuals who will be returning to the community. Moreover, the FST Coordinator enhances the continuity of care as individuals transition between PDP, NSH and the community. They may be tasked with assisting other members of the team with cases as appropriate.
Creative problem solver
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator finds creative solutions to barriers. Some individuals with mental illness utilize commonly used services, but others have unique needs that require initiative and creative thinking to locate the appropriate resources. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will utilize their years of experience and educational resources gained through licensure to locate and access such resources.
Organized information manager
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator manages and tracks a large amount of information about each individual that he or she evaluates and the multiple systems that each individual must navigate. He/she will monitor referrals, evaluations, legal statuses, and treatment histories of Philadelphians who are adjudicated not competent and/or non-restorable. In addition, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will be tasked with assisting the FST Supervisor with tracking challenging cases, initiating clinical follow-up and taking the lead on organizational charts. By law, this information must be kept confidential and secure. It is important that the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator understands how to ethically manage this information with a professional and systematic approach.
Peer Supervision and Training
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator assists the FST Supervisor with review of the team's evaluations. This allows team members to receive support from a senior team member in developing their writing style and learning best principles of forensic report writing. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will also work with the FST Supervisor to address areas of improvement for reports and provide individualized training to help build staff report writing skills.
Specific duties:
Perform Level of Care and other-discharge related assessments for individuals adjudicated not competent and/or non-restorable that are detained at the PDP or NSH
Conduct psychologist testing for complex clinical referrals, including assessment of individuals with potential neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental conditions, assessment of individuals with personality disorders, and assessment of individuals with severe and unremitting serious mental illness
Attend treatment team meetings for individuals detained at NSH to monitor progress and/or changes in clinical presentation
Facilitate access to re-entry services and programs
Identify individuals for diversion and share with appropriate justice partners
Review legal status, commitment type, charges, competency opinions and findings, and clinical needs for all individuals on the waitlist to NSH on an ongoing basis
Maintain accurate, confidential records documenting services provided and unmet needs using appropriate databases
Remain current with resource and referral information
Maintain list of community resources
Alert key individuals (e.g., PDP staff, Public Defender) upon marked changes in clinical or legal status to trigger appropriate interventions
Coordinate with courts to ensure timely court hearings and legal proceedings, particularly when an individual's clinical or legal status changes
Assist the FST Supervisor in managing and supervising the FST, including providing direct supervision to select Master's-level Clinical Assessors
Assist the FST Supervisor in serving as BHJD liaison to internal and external partners (e.g., IdS, CBH, TIP) Provide early-stage review of FST reports and identifying areas of report writing development for junior team members
Provide individualized training to team members to assist in report writing skill development
Build and maintain relationships with key staff
Attendance at conferences to represent and support DBHIDS
Identify gaps in re-entry resources offered and work to bridge those gaps
Provide behavioral health literacy and continuity of care training to both behavioral health providers and criminal justice personnel
Other duties as assigned
Other Job Requirements
:
Provide updated progress reports for criminal court hearings and attend those hearings when necessary. Assist with a division-wide projects, orientation of new Clinical Assessors, and supervision of a Master's or Bachelor's level intern (if applicable). In addition to the above responsibilities, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator would also take the lead with team initiatives, facilitate internal or external meetings, and assist with community-referred evaluations.
Education, Experience, and Skills Required:
This position requires a doctoral degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counseling, or Educational; PsyD, PhD, or EdD), from an accredited program. Must be a Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania or license-eligible; employment is contingent upon licensure being granted. Strong preference for an individual with at least two years of experience in clinical-forensic assessment and/or violence risk assessment. Practicum, predoctoral internship, and postdoctoral residence/fellowship experience count towards this preference.
Demonstrated skills in communication, problem solving, and decision making. Ability to skillfully communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of multidisciplinary partners, including judges, attorneys, jail staff, provider agencies, psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers. Supervision and leadership skills are preferred.
Physical Demands:
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required such as maneuvering in office space - reaching file cabinets, fax and copier machines when necessary. Must be able to sit for up to 2 hours looking at a computer monitor and using a keyboard and mouse to perform data entry functions. Able to travel locally via public transportation and on foot from 1601 Market Street to 1101 Market Street, CBH, and various other destinations as needed.
Essential Functions:
Valid driver's license and use of personal licensed and insured vehicle during work hours or ability to navigate public transportation to attend sites in person throughout the city. Ability to effectively utilize computers, databases, and related common office software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to pass all background checks required.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently or become disabled must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC will examine reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis with accordance to the law.
$55k-65k yearly est. 7d ago
Staff Psychologist & Forensic Supp Team Supv
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
Job Description
The Staff Psychologist and Forensic Support Team Supervisor conducts clinical work in support of BHJD initiatives as well as assists the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives in managing and supervising the Forensic Support Team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties include:
Perform Level of Care and other discharge-related assessments for Individuals court-ordered ordered to competency evaluation and restoration services. This includes referrals from the First Judicial District Court Clinic, individuals detained at Philadelphia Department of Prisons, and individuals adjudicated unrestorable at Norristown State Hospital or Wernersville State Hospital.
Serve as chief BHJD liaison to Norristown State Hospital staff, including multidisciplinary treatment teams.
Assist the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives in managing and rising the Forensic Support Team.
Provide supervision to select Master's-level Clinical Assessors.
As needed, provide testimony in court for Individuals BHJD completes assessments for other otherwise supports.
Work with the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives to develop procedures to divert individuals detained at PDP from the NSH Waitlist
Assist the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives in planning for BHJD's role In the evolution of the First Judicial District Court Clinic.
Assist the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives with planning and development of a potential community-based competency restoration program.
Collaborate with community partners to help Philadelphians access Forensic Levels of Care throughout the City.
Oversee complex clinical referrals that BHJD assists with, Including assessment of individuals with potential neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental conditions, assessment of Individuals with personality disorders, assessment of individuals with severe and recalcitrant Serious Mental Illnesses, and assessment of malingering.
Assist the Justice System Liaison and Director of Training with the administration of BHJD Postdoctoral Residency, including providing recruitment, didactic, and supervision support as needed.
As needed, collaborate with the Justice System Liaison and Director of Training to serve as a behavioral health trainer and consultant to Philadelphia's Mental Health Courts, other specialty courts, and other justice partners.
As needed, collaborate with the BHJD Executive Director Team to develop policies and procedures for best serving the needs of justice-Involved Philadelphians with behavioral health challenges.
Represent BHJD, DBHIDS, and Philadelphia county on committees, at conferences, and at meetings as needed.
Interface with a wide range of Internal and external multidisciplinary partners, including, but not limited to Judges, attorneys, police officers, corrections officers, jail staff, provider agencies, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers; to facilitate systems Improvement
Attendance at conferences to represent and support DBHIDS as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Skills Required:
Demonstrated skills in communication, problem solving, decision making, and leadership. Ability to skillfully communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of multidisciplinary partners, Including judges, attorneys, police officers, corrections officers, jail staff, provider agencies, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers. Ability to manage many projects simultaneously. Supervision and leadership skills required. Knowledge of Philadelphia behavioral health and criminal Justice systems strongly preferred.
Education and Experience:
Doctoral degree in Psychology or a related field from an accredited program preferred. Clinical license required. Clinical supervision experience required. Preference for Individuals who have worked in public forensic mental health systems.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It Is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as wen as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. win examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.
$55k-65k yearly est. 14d ago
Staff Psychologist & Special Projects Team Supervisor
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
Job Description
The Staff Psychologist and Special Projects Team Supervisor serves four key functions at the Behavioral Health and Justice Division: (1) they conduct Level of Care assessments in association with BHJD's Forensic Support Team; (2) they supervise BHJD's Special Projects Team; and (3) they provide supplemental support to BHJD's Training Initiatives Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Forensic Support Team
Perform Level of Care and other reentry-related assessments for individuals who have been court-ordered to have competency evaluation and restoration services. This includes referrals from the First Judicial District (FJD) Court Clinic, individuals detained at Philadelphia Department of Prisons, and individuals adjudicated unrestorable at Norristown State Hospital (NSH) or Wernersville State Hospital.
As needed, provide testimony in court for individuals that BHJD has assessed or otherwise supports
Assist BHJD with development of FJD Court Clinic, which provides competency evaluations of Philadelphians
Collaborate with community agencies, DBHIDS divisions, legal partners and NSH to help Philadelphians access forensic Levels of Care throughout the City.
Serve as BHJS's liaison to Intellectual Disability Services of DBHIDS
Assist with complex clinical referrals that BHJD receives, including assessment of individuals with potential neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental conditions, assessment of individuals with personality disorders, and assessment of individuals with severe and recalcitrant serious mental illnesses
Assist with the administration of BHJD Postdoctoral Residency, including recruitment, selection, and didactics
Supervisor of Special Projects Team
Oversee the Forensic Associate Program, including recruitment and supervision of Forensic Associates
Oversee the Public Health Intern program, including recruitment and supervision of Public Health Interns
Collaborate with the Business Intelligence Team in supervising select research projects for the Forensic Assistant
Provide research and best practices support to BHJD's Director Team, as requested.
Provide research and best practices support to DBHIDS Executive Management, as needed.
Assist in preparations of grant applications and other applications for extramural funding, as requested
Serve as BHJD's representative to the DBHIDS Research Committee
Other duties:
Assist the Training Initiatives Unit in providing behavioral health literacy trainings (e.g.,
Hearing Voices that are Distressing),
as needed
Attendance at conferences to represent and support DBHIDS, as needed
Other project-based or temporary duties, as needed
Skills Required:
Demonstrated skills in communication, problem solving, decision making, and leadership. Ability to skillfully communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of multidisciplinary partners, including judges, attorneys, nurses, and social workers. Ability to manage many projects simultaneously. Supervision and leadership skills required. Knowledge of Philadelphia's behavioral health and criminal justice systems strongly preferred.
Education and Experience:
Doctoral degree in Clinical, Counseling, or Educational Psychology or a related field from an accredited program. License-eligible as a psychologist, with a preference for individuals who are already licensed. If license-eligible, probation period will not be complete until licensure in Pennsylvania is obtained. Preference for individuals who have worked in public forensic mental health systems.
Physical Demands:
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental condition required such as maneuvering in office space-reaching file cabinets, fax and copier machines when necessary. Must be able to sit up for up 2 hours looking at a computer monitor and using a keyboard and mouse to perform data entry functions. Able to travel locally via public transportation and on foot from 1601 Market St to 1101 Market Street, CBH and various other destinations as needed.
Ability to effectively utilize computers, databases, and related common office software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access. Valid driver's license and use of personal licensed and insured vehicle during work hours to travel. Ability to pass all background checks required by Philadelphia Prison System.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.
$55k-65k yearly est. 11d ago
Staff Psychologist & Forensic Support Team Co
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
The Behavioral Health and Justice Division (BHJD) is committed to working towards reducing criminal justice involvement for Philadelphians with behavioral health challenges, including Serious Mental Illness (SMI). BHJD organizes its work according to the Sequential Intercept Model, identifying opportunities to intervene at various points of criminal justice system involvement to deflect and divert individuals away from further penetration of the system and into the behavioral health system. By helping connect individuals to needed treatment and support services that promote stability in the community, BHJD believes that Philadelphians are less likely to be arrested and can achieve health, well-being, and self-determination. BHJD also aligns with Stepping Up and focuses its efforts on lowering the number of Philadelphians with SMI admitted to the Philadelphia Department of Prisons (PDP), reducing their length of stay, connecting them to treatment/supports upon release, and reducing recidivism.
The Forensic Support Team (FST) of BHJD was established to meet the unique needs of Philadelphians who are adjudicated not competent to stand trial. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator is a part of this team, which was created to work within the Philadelphia Department of Prisons (PDP) and Norristown State Hospital (NSH) in order to assist individuals while in jail, when transitioning from jail to NSH, and when re-entering the community typically under the court's jurisdiction. To support this forensic population, the FST and the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator help individuals navigate the Philadelphia judicial and behavioral health systems while also seeking to address each individual's unique legal, behavioral, medical, physical, cultural, and/or financial needs. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator becomes an important part of a team comprised of: one (1) FST Supervisor (a licensed psychologist); three (3) Clinical Assessors, and one (1) Post-Doctoral Resident.
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator functions to coordinate activities of the FST in addition to completing clinical assessments and system navigation for justice-involved individuals with behavioral health challenges. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator is responsible for orienting new team members, supervising Master's or Bachelor's level interns, taking the lead on team initiatives, facilitating internal or external meetings, and assisting with community-referred evaluations. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator also assists the FST Supervisor with review of the team's evaluations. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator can also provide ad-hoc/booster training to enhance the forensic report writing of Masters-level clinicians. This provides an extra layer of quality control and improvement in report writing, allowing a senior FST member to support skill development in other FST members. In addition, since FST is part of BHJD, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator would be expected to assist with division-wide projects that could encompass behavioral health, justice-related programs or initiatives overseen by BHJD.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will utilize their experience and knowledge in the field to assist individuals who have been adjudicated not competent to stand trial (IST) and/or non-restorable due to severe mental illness and criminal justice involvement. More specifically, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will help these individuals and the individual's support system to navigate PDP, NSH, the court system, residential programs (if needed), and support services upon reentry into the community. He or she will also reduce barriers that keep these individuals with mental illness and criminal justice involvement from accessing timely treatment by identifying behavioral health needs and directing individuals to appropriate resources.
To be successful in this role, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator must be:
Relationship builder:
Building and maintaining effective working relationships is the foundation of effective forensic navigation. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will continue to build upon existing relationships and utilize those relationships to improve coordination of care and reduce barriers for re-entry for people with mental illness who are involved with the legal system. The Clinical Assessors, and especially the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator, have collaborative working relationships with several different groups of people: individuals who are incarcerated, the individual's family members, healthcare teams within PDP, assistant district attorneys, defense attorneys, criminal court officials, Norristown State Hospital staff, and resource providers within the community. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will also be asked to orient and introduce new staff members to these systems. When orienting staff or building work relationships, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator is expected to practice cultural humility.
Clinical care coordinator
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator conducts forensic evaluations and coordinates care for individuals who are adjudicated not competent and/or non-restorable in Philadelphia. They coordinate with the court system, NSH, and treatment providers to determine the most clinically as well as culturally appropriate and effective interventions and levels of care, and they provide the needed linkages. They plan re-entry for individuals who will be returning to the community. Moreover, the FST Coordinator enhances the continuity of care as individuals transition between PDP, NSH and the community. They may be tasked with assisting other members of the team with cases as appropriate.
Creative problem solver
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator finds creative solutions to barriers. Some individuals with mental illness utilize commonly used services, but others have unique needs that require initiative and creative thinking to locate the appropriate resources. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will utilize their years of experience and educational resources gained through licensure to locate and access such resources.
Organized information manager
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator manages and tracks a large amount of information about each individual that he or she evaluates and the multiple systems that each individual must navigate. He/she will monitor referrals, evaluations, legal statuses, and treatment histories of Philadelphians who are adjudicated not competent and/or non-restorable. In addition, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will be tasked with assisting the FST Supervisor with tracking challenging cases, initiating clinical follow-up and taking the lead on organizational charts. By law, this information must be kept confidential and secure. It is important that the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator understands how to ethically manage this information with a professional and systematic approach.
Peer Supervision and Training
The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator assists the FST Supervisor with review of the team's evaluations. This allows team members to receive support from a senior team member in developing their writing style and learning best principles of forensic report writing. The Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator will also work with the FST Supervisor to address areas of improvement for reports and provide individualized training to help build staff report writing skills.
Specific duties:
Perform Level of Care and other-discharge related assessments for individuals adjudicated not competent and/or non-restorable that are detained at the PDP or NSH
Conduct psychologist testing for complex clinical referrals, including assessment of individuals with potential neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental conditions, assessment of individuals with personality disorders, and assessment of individuals with severe and unremitting serious mental illness
Attend treatment team meetings for individuals detained at NSH to monitor progress and/or changes in clinical presentation
Facilitate access to re-entry services and programs
Identify individuals for diversion and share with appropriate justice partners
Review legal status, commitment type, charges, competency opinions and findings, and clinical needs for all individuals on the waitlist to NSH on an ongoing basis
Maintain accurate, confidential records documenting services provided and unmet needs using appropriate databases
Remain current with resource and referral information
Maintain list of community resources
Alert key individuals (e.g., PDP staff, Public Defender) upon marked changes in clinical or legal status to trigger appropriate interventions
Coordinate with courts to ensure timely court hearings and legal proceedings, particularly when an individual's clinical or legal status changes
Assist the FST Supervisor in managing and supervising the FST, including providing direct supervision to select Master's-level Clinical Assessors
Assist the FST Supervisor in serving as BHJD liaison to internal and external partners (e.g., IdS, CBH, TIP) Provide early-stage review of FST reports and identifying areas of report writing development for junior team members
Provide individualized training to team members to assist in report writing skill development
Build and maintain relationships with key staff
Attendance at conferences to represent and support DBHIDS
Identify gaps in re-entry resources offered and work to bridge those gaps
Provide behavioral health literacy and continuity of care training to both behavioral health providers and criminal justice personnel
Other duties as assigned
Other Job Requirements
:
Provide updated progress reports for criminal court hearings and attend those hearings when necessary. Assist with a division-wide projects, orientation of new Clinical Assessors, and supervision of a Master's or Bachelor's level intern (if applicable). In addition to the above responsibilities, the Staff Psychologist & FST Coordinator would also take the lead with team initiatives, facilitate internal or external meetings, and assist with community-referred evaluations.
Education, Experience, and Skills Required:
This position requires a doctoral degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counseling, or Educational; PsyD, PhD, or EdD), from an accredited program. Must be a Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania or license-eligible; employment is contingent upon licensure being granted. Strong preference for an individual with at least two years of experience in clinical-forensic assessment and/or violence risk assessment. Practicum, predoctoral internship, and postdoctoral residence/fellowship experience count towards this preference.
Demonstrated skills in communication, problem solving, and decision making. Ability to skillfully communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of multidisciplinary partners, including judges, attorneys, jail staff, provider agencies, psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers. Supervision and leadership skills are preferred.
Physical Demands:
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required such as maneuvering in office space - reaching file cabinets, fax and copier machines when necessary. Must be able to sit for up to 2 hours looking at a computer monitor and using a keyboard and mouse to perform data entry functions. Able to travel locally via public transportation and on foot from 1601 Market Street to 1101 Market Street, CBH, and various other destinations as needed.
Essential Functions:
Valid driver's license and use of personal licensed and insured vehicle during work hours or ability to navigate public transportation to attend sites in person throughout the city. Ability to effectively utilize computers, databases, and related common office software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to pass all background checks required.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently or become disabled must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC will examine reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis with accordance to the law.
$55k-65k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Staff Psychologist & Special Projects Team Supervisor
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
The Staff Psychologist and Special Projects Team Supervisor serves four key functions at the Behavioral Health and Justice Division: (1) they conduct Level of Care assessments in association with BHJD's Forensic Support Team; (2) they supervise BHJD's Special Projects Team; and (3) they provide supplemental support to BHJD's Training Initiatives Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Forensic Support Team
Perform Level of Care and other reentry-related assessments for individuals who have been court-ordered to have competency evaluation and restoration services. This includes referrals from the First Judicial District (FJD) Court Clinic, individuals detained at Philadelphia Department of Prisons, and individuals adjudicated unrestorable at Norristown State Hospital (NSH) or Wernersville State Hospital.
As needed, provide testimony in court for individuals that BHJD has assessed or otherwise supports
Assist BHJD with development of FJD Court Clinic, which provides competency evaluations of Philadelphians
Collaborate with community agencies, DBHIDS divisions, legal partners and NSH to help Philadelphians access forensic Levels of Care throughout the City.
Serve as BHJS's liaison to Intellectual Disability Services of DBHIDS
Assist with complex clinical referrals that BHJD receives, including assessment of individuals with potential neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental conditions, assessment of individuals with personality disorders, and assessment of individuals with severe and recalcitrant serious mental illnesses
Assist with the administration of BHJD Postdoctoral Residency, including recruitment, selection, and didactics
Supervisor of Special Projects Team
Oversee the Forensic Associate Program, including recruitment and supervision of Forensic Associates
Oversee the Public Health Intern program, including recruitment and supervision of Public Health Interns
Collaborate with the Business Intelligence Team in supervising select research projects for the Forensic Assistant
Provide research and best practices support to BHJD's Director Team, as requested.
Provide research and best practices support to DBHIDS Executive Management, as needed.
Assist in preparations of grant applications and other applications for extramural funding, as requested
Serve as BHJD's representative to the DBHIDS Research Committee
Other duties:
Assist the Training Initiatives Unit in providing behavioral health literacy trainings (e.g.,
Hearing Voices that are Distressing),
as needed
Attendance at conferences to represent and support DBHIDS, as needed
Other project-based or temporary duties, as needed
Skills Required:
Demonstrated skills in communication, problem solving, decision making, and leadership. Ability to skillfully communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of multidisciplinary partners, including judges, attorneys, nurses, and social workers. Ability to manage many projects simultaneously. Supervision and leadership skills required. Knowledge of Philadelphia's behavioral health and criminal justice systems strongly preferred.
Education and Experience:
Doctoral degree in Clinical, Counseling, or Educational Psychology or a related field from an accredited program. License-eligible as a psychologist, with a preference for individuals who are already licensed. If license-eligible, probation period will not be complete until licensure in Pennsylvania is obtained. Preference for individuals who have worked in public forensic mental health systems.
Physical Demands:
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental condition required such as maneuvering in office space-reaching file cabinets, fax and copier machines when necessary. Must be able to sit up for up 2 hours looking at a computer monitor and using a keyboard and mouse to perform data entry functions. Able to travel locally via public transportation and on foot from 1601 Market St to 1101 Market Street, CBH and various other destinations as needed.
Ability to effectively utilize computers, databases, and related common office software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access. Valid driver's license and use of personal licensed and insured vehicle during work hours to travel. Ability to pass all background checks required by Philadelphia Prison System.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.
$55k-65k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Staff Psychologist & Forensic Supp Team Supv
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
The Staff Psychologist and Forensic Support Team Supervisor conducts clinical work in support of BHJD initiatives as well as assists the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives in managing and supervising the Forensic Support Team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties include:
Perform Level of Care and other discharge-related assessments for Individuals court-ordered ordered to competency evaluation and restoration services. This includes referrals from the First Judicial District Court Clinic, individuals detained at Philadelphia Department of Prisons, and individuals adjudicated unrestorable at Norristown State Hospital or Wernersville State Hospital.
Serve as chief BHJD liaison to Norristown State Hospital staff, including multidisciplinary treatment teams.
Assist the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives in managing and rising the Forensic Support Team.
Provide supervision to select Master's-level Clinical Assessors.
As needed, provide testimony in court for Individuals BHJD completes assessments for other otherwise supports.
Work with the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives to develop procedures to divert individuals detained at PDP from the NSH Waitlist
Assist the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives in planning for BHJD's role In the evolution of the First Judicial District Court Clinic.
Assist the Associate Director of Clinical Assessment Initiatives with planning and development of a potential community-based competency restoration program.
Collaborate with community partners to help Philadelphians access Forensic Levels of Care throughout the City.
Oversee complex clinical referrals that BHJD assists with, Including assessment of individuals with potential neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental conditions, assessment of Individuals with personality disorders, assessment of individuals with severe and recalcitrant Serious Mental Illnesses, and assessment of malingering.
Assist the Justice System Liaison and Director of Training with the administration of BHJD Postdoctoral Residency, including providing recruitment, didactic, and supervision support as needed.
As needed, collaborate with the Justice System Liaison and Director of Training to serve as a behavioral health trainer and consultant to Philadelphia's Mental Health Courts, other specialty courts, and other justice partners.
As needed, collaborate with the BHJD Executive Director Team to develop policies and procedures for best serving the needs of justice-Involved Philadelphians with behavioral health challenges.
Represent BHJD, DBHIDS, and Philadelphia county on committees, at conferences, and at meetings as needed.
Interface with a wide range of Internal and external multidisciplinary partners, including, but not limited to Judges, attorneys, police officers, corrections officers, jail staff, provider agencies, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers; to facilitate systems Improvement
Attendance at conferences to represent and support DBHIDS as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Skills Required:
Demonstrated skills in communication, problem solving, decision making, and leadership. Ability to skillfully communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of multidisciplinary partners, Including judges, attorneys, police officers, corrections officers, jail staff, provider agencies, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers. Ability to manage many projects simultaneously. Supervision and leadership skills required. Knowledge of Philadelphia behavioral health and criminal Justice systems strongly preferred.
Education and Experience:
Doctoral degree in Psychology or a related field from an accredited program preferred. Clinical license required. Clinical supervision experience required. Preference for Individuals who have worked in public forensic mental health systems.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It Is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as wen as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. win examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.
$55k-65k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
ACT Clinician
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
Job Description
Community Treatment Teams (CTT) is mandated to provide service to those individuals within the mental health system who present the greatest degree of severity of symptoms as evidenced by their multiple physical, psychiatric and legal conditions; extensive use of services and lack of follow through with treatment. These individuals measure at the highest level of medical necessity as defined by the state Adult Environmental Matrix.
The ACT Teams are specialized teams that provide multidisciplinary clinical review and assessment of individuals who may be young adults, heavy users of services or actively involved in the criminal justice system and often have co-occurring behavioral health diagnoses of Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
The ACT Clinician provides a comprehensive assessment that offers treatment recommendations. The ACT Clinician provides the appropriate evidence-based therapy to participants on their case load; including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectic Behavior Therapy. The Clinician, as needed, uses a Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing and Individual Integrated Dual Diagnosed approach to engage and work with participants still active in their substance abuse. These services are required to address issues that might present a barrier to participant remaining in the community. The Clinician is also responsible for ensuring that the mission, goals and philosophy of the CTT are operationalized within the team. ACT team staff provides case management supports consistent with the Community Support Program of Philadelphia.
One of the ACT Clinicians may be assigned as the Forensic Clinician to act as the liaison with the Courts and Probation office; visit, as required, participants who are incarcerated or on probation, coordinate their discharge and provide treatment as is appropriate.
The incumbent encourages a strengths-oriented treatment/service planning that addresses the individual's principal needs, ensures continuity of care and enhancement of individual's understanding, acquisition and maintenance of independent living skills in the areas of (a) compliance with behavioral health treatment (b) interpersonal skills and social support/network building (c) acceptance of personal responsibility in recovery and (d) accountability in fulfilling their legal obligations in order to remain in the community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Provides comprehensive assessments for assigned individuals, including writing comprehensive reports
· Participates in daily multidisciplinary team meetings to review progress on cases in order to ensure communication and a comprehensive approach to treatment, including collaborating with external teams to ensure coordination between systems; participates in group clinical supervision with the CTT Clinical Coordinator for skills enhancement
· Provides input in case reviews to court/other authorities as deemed necessary and appropriate
· Provides 80% of available time in individual and/or group treatment to address clinical issues of the individuals, using evidence-based practices and approaches such as: CBT, DBT, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, IDDT and Harm Reduction
· Views individuals from a strengths-approach in preparation of treatment plans; with a focus on recovery principles
· Monitors service delivery to individuals to ensure appropriate level of service given need as defined by Environmental Matrix score
· Establishes networks and liaises with community service providers to resolve problems and overcome barriers to service; including attending linkage and treatment team meetings, as needed; provides advocacy mechanism to ensure that individual needs are met
· Maintains and updates community resource file, particularly around behavioral and forensic resources, substance abuse and young adult population treatment resources and provides information and shares with team and CTT community
· Completes all required reports and other documentation in a timely manner
· Maintains compliance with all applicable behavioral health treatment standards as set by state and county funding authorities and ensures that agency standards, policy and procedures are adhered to by team members
· Participates in Clinical Care, Open Forum and other required agency and external meetings; attends in-service and other training in order to meet mandated training hours
· Plans and assists individuals to increase community tenure, enhance quality of life and attain highest level of independent functioning
· Provides after hours work including: a) participation in weekly on call rotation schedule to permit 24 hour/7 day a week access to service; b) and participation in evening and weekend shift work schedules required for delivery of services to CTT's caseload
· If assigned as Forensic Clinician, will act as liaison with the Courts and Probation Office. Visit participants that are incarcerated; as required. Coordinate discharge and provide treatment as required
· Performs other duties as required
Skills Required:
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to work well with people, have good, creative problem solving skills; excellent clinical skills including assessment, individual and group therapy, knowledge of behavioral health and criminal justice systems, community resources; computers skills; be able to work independently as well as part of a team, flexible and adaptive in handling changing priorities in a fast paced work environment, able to work extended hours as may be required to complete projects.
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in generally recognized clinical discipline including, but not limited to, Psychiatry, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Counseling, or Activity Therapies with at least two (2) years of experience in clinical assessment and therapeutic work. Expertise preferred in various therapeutic treatment modalities and one or more of the following areas: Criminal Justice, substance abuse or geriatric issues. (Agency provides clinical training in EBPs targeting SMI/SED).
Essential Functions:
Must have a valid driver's license, auto insurance and use of a vehicle for work and on-call; ability to work in a team environment and share office space; ability to work evenings and weekends in meeting responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.
$40k-49k yearly est. 25d ago
ACT Clinician
Pmhcc Inc. 4.0
Philadelphia, PA jobs
Community Treatment Teams (CTT) is mandated to provide service to those individuals within the mental health system who present the greatest degree of severity of symptoms as evidenced by their multiple physical, psychiatric and legal conditions; extensive use of services and lack of follow through with treatment. These individuals measure at the highest level of medical necessity as defined by the state Adult Environmental Matrix.
The ACT Teams are specialized teams that provide multidisciplinary clinical review and assessment of individuals who may be young adults, heavy users of services or actively involved in the criminal justice system and often have co-occurring behavioral health diagnoses of Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
The ACT Clinician provides a comprehensive assessment that offers treatment recommendations. The ACT Clinician provides the appropriate evidence-based therapy to participants on their case load; including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectic Behavior Therapy. The Clinician, as needed, uses a Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing and Individual Integrated Dual Diagnosed approach to engage and work with participants still active in their substance abuse. These services are required to address issues that might present a barrier to participant remaining in the community. The Clinician is also responsible for ensuring that the mission, goals and philosophy of the CTT are operationalized within the team. ACT team staff provides case management supports consistent with the Community Support Program of Philadelphia.
One of the ACT Clinicians may be assigned as the Forensic Clinician to act as the liaison with the Courts and Probation office; visit, as required, participants who are incarcerated or on probation, coordinate their discharge and provide treatment as is appropriate.
The incumbent encourages a strengths-oriented treatment/service planning that addresses the individual's principal needs, ensures continuity of care and enhancement of individual's understanding, acquisition and maintenance of independent living skills in the areas of (a) compliance with behavioral health treatment (b) interpersonal skills and social support/network building (c) acceptance of personal responsibility in recovery and (d) accountability in fulfilling their legal obligations in order to remain in the community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Provides comprehensive assessments for assigned individuals, including writing comprehensive reports
· Participates in daily multidisciplinary team meetings to review progress on cases in order to ensure communication and a comprehensive approach to treatment, including collaborating with external teams to ensure coordination between systems; participates in group clinical supervision with the CTT Clinical Coordinator for skills enhancement
· Provides input in case reviews to court/other authorities as deemed necessary and appropriate
· Provides 80% of available time in individual and/or group treatment to address clinical issues of the individuals, using evidence-based practices and approaches such as: CBT, DBT, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, IDDT and Harm Reduction
· Views individuals from a strengths-approach in preparation of treatment plans; with a focus on recovery principles
· Monitors service delivery to individuals to ensure appropriate level of service given need as defined by Environmental Matrix score
· Establishes networks and liaises with community service providers to resolve problems and overcome barriers to service; including attending linkage and treatment team meetings, as needed; provides advocacy mechanism to ensure that individual needs are met
· Maintains and updates community resource file, particularly around behavioral and forensic resources, substance abuse and young adult population treatment resources and provides information and shares with team and CTT community
· Completes all required reports and other documentation in a timely manner
· Maintains compliance with all applicable behavioral health treatment standards as set by state and county funding authorities and ensures that agency standards, policy and procedures are adhered to by team members
· Participates in Clinical Care, Open Forum and other required agency and external meetings; attends in-service and other training in order to meet mandated training hours
· Plans and assists individuals to increase community tenure, enhance quality of life and attain highest level of independent functioning
· Provides after hours work including: a) participation in weekly on call rotation schedule to permit 24 hour/7 day a week access to service; b) and participation in evening and weekend shift work schedules required for delivery of services to CTT's caseload
· If assigned as Forensic Clinician, will act as liaison with the Courts and Probation Office. Visit participants that are incarcerated; as required. Coordinate discharge and provide treatment as required
· Performs other duties as required
Skills Required:
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to work well with people, have good, creative problem solving skills; excellent clinical skills including assessment, individual and group therapy, knowledge of behavioral health and criminal justice systems, community resources; computers skills; be able to work independently as well as part of a team, flexible and adaptive in handling changing priorities in a fast paced work environment, able to work extended hours as may be required to complete projects.
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in generally recognized clinical discipline including, but not limited to, Psychiatry, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Counseling, or Activity Therapies with at least two (2) years of experience in clinical assessment and therapeutic work. Expertise preferred in various therapeutic treatment modalities and one or more of the following areas: Criminal Justice, substance abuse or geriatric issues. (
Agency provides clinical training in EBPs targeting SMI/SED
).
Essential Functions:
Must have a valid driver's license, auto insurance and use of a vehicle for work and on-call; ability to work in a team environment and share office space;
ability to work evenings and weekends
in meeting responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.
$40k-49k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Licensed Psychologist - Survivor Services
Public Health Management Corporation 4.3
Therapist job at PHMC
SUBSIDIARY: Joseph J. Peters Institute (JJPI) PROGRAM: Survivor Services ROLE TYPE: Fee-for-Service (Contract) Joseph J. Peters Institute (JJPI) seeks a fee-for-service Psychologist for the Survivor Services program. This person will perform Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Evaluations (CBEs), Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Re-evaluations (CBRs), and consultation for CBEs completed by other JJPI staff and contractors. The Psychologist will also provide clinical supervision/consultation for evaluators, students, and other assigned fee-for-service clinicians. The Psychologist will be responsible for providing the highest quality clinical services to participants of JJPI's Survivor Services program. This person will report to the Coordinator of Evaluation Services.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
* Provide the highest quality clinical services to participants at Joseph J. Peters Institute.
* Develop and implement innovative techniques to serve the participants of JJPI more effectively.
* Perform Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Evaluations (CBEs), Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Re-evaluations (CBRs), and consultation for CBEs completed by other JJPI staff and contractors.
* Provide clinical supervision/consultation for evaluators, students, and other assigned fee-for-service clinicians.
* Be responsible for ensuring the clinical quality of evaluation reports provided by self and clinicians and for ensuring timely completion of reports (2 weeks for initial draft and 30 days for final draft).
* Monitor and ensure high utilization levels and effectiveness of clinical work completed by supervisees.
* Provide evidence-based treatment to participants.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide CBEs and CBRs for children, adolescents, and adults in Survivor Services.
* Analyze and integrate data gathered during evaluations to provide diagnostic conclusions and treatment recommendations.
* Provide comprehensive written reports to guide treatment and to respond to referral sources.
* Provide clinical supervision of evaluations and related psychological testing to other JJPI Survivor Services clinicians and students.
* Attend clinical meetings and scheduled supervisions.
* Maintain clinical records in accordance with agency, managed care, and licensing requirements.
* Seek out appropriate professional training to meet licensing requirements.
* Receive training on selected agency evidence-based practices.
* Assist in developing training programs for other staff.
* Assist in developing and implementing new, innovative treatment strategies.
* Develop and maintain professional relationships with other agencies.
MAJOR JOB CRITERIA & PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
* Complete progress notes within 24 hours of an individual session (or within 72 hours of a group session) with the participant.
* Complete wellness plans every 15th session or every 90 days (whichever occurs first).
* Complete a discharge summary within 5 days of the termination date.
* Provide CBEs and CBRs to participants in Survivor Services.
* Provide Mental Status Exams (MSE) and clinical formulation for CBEs.
ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Work effectively with other staff and contribute to the development of a team approach to treatment.
* Provide input into new programs and work to implement more effective methods of delivering services.
* Understand and communicate with other programs within the agency and work to foster a collaborative team approach across all programs.
* Assist in developing and maintaining a referral network.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Understand the impact of the caseload requirements on the financial performance of the agency.
* Understand the payment source of each participant.
* Complete all forms required for submission of bills for services in a timely manner and in accordance with JJPI policies and procedures.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Licensure in Pennsylvania as a psychologist
* Doctoral degree in a field related to clinical work
* Significant clinical experience with survivors of sexual, interpersonal, or other forms of trauma
COMPENSATION: Compensation is flat-rate for evaluations and hourly for therapeutic services. Compensation rates are based on qualifications and credentials.
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
$62k-80k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Survivor Services Mental Health Clinician (FFS)
Public Health Management Corporation 4.3
Therapist job at PHMC
SUBSIDIARY: Joseph J. Peters Institute (JJPI) PROGRAM: Survivor Services ROLE TYPE: Fee-for-Service (Contract) Joseph J. Peters Institute (JJPI), a nationally recognized provider serving survivors of sexual abuse and trauma, is seeking a fee-for-service Outpatient Clinician to join its Survivor Services program. This candidate must be committed to providing the highest quality clinical services to participants in JJPI's programs. This position reports to the Program Coordinator.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop and implement innovative techniques to serve the participants of JJPI more effectively.
* Provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy to Survivor Services participants.
* Maintain a full caseload and work on program development to support and improve the financial health of the agency.
* Develop and maintain clinical utilization at 60%.
* Attend evidence-based practice (EBP) group consultations (in which you are trained) and individual supervision on a weekly basis.
* Provide supervisors with audiotaped or videotaped samples of sessions as requested.
* Ensure the provision of comprehensive case management services to participants at 20% case management utilization.
* Maintain clinical records in accordance with agency, managed care, and licensing requirements.
* Seek out appropriate professional training.
* Assist in implementing new, innovative treatment strategies.
* Develop and maintain professional relationships with other agencies.
* Complete an initial treatment plan review within the first two visits of the participant's contract.
* Complete updated treatment/resiliency plans every 15th session or 90 days.
* Complete clinical progress notes within 24 hours of each session.
* Complete case management progress notes within 24 hours of each activity.
* Follow up appropriately with participants who have missed a session and continue appropriate outreach.
* Complete a discharge summary within 48 hours of the termination date.
* Complete and submit utilization reports (case management and clinical hours) at the end of each week.
* Make initial contact with each participant within five working days of assignment.
* Understand the payment source of each participant.
* Work effectively with other staff and contribute to the development of a team approach to treatment.
* Understand and communicate with other programs within the agency and work to foster a collaborative team approach across all programs.
* Understand the impact of the caseload requirements on the financial performance of the agency.
* Work with other staff to develop new treatment programs to promote the financial performance of the agency.
* Promote the agency in interactions with other agencies and professionals.
* Must maintain own liability insurance
SKILLS:
* Ability to work effectively with other staff and contribute to a team approach to treatment
* Ability to meet timelines
* Ability to communicate in writing and verbally
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, word processing, spreadsheets, and database entry
EDUCATION:
* Master's degree from an accredited university in a clinical mental health discipline required
* Degree must include at least 12 credit hours in clinical coursework in the foundations of behavioral health and the provision of mental health services. Up to 3 of these credit hours can be derived from a supervised clinical mental health practicum experience.
EXPERIENCE:
Must meet one of the following:
* Have at least 2 years of experience providing mental health treatment
* JJPI may consider candidates actively engaged in a related internship/practicum with lesser applied experience.
PAY GRADE: 18
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
$45k-58k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Mental Health Therapist - Family Based Services
Public Health Management Corporation 4.3
Therapist job at PHMC
DEPARTMENT: Community Mental Health (CMH) PROGRAM: Family Based Mental Health Services (FBMHS) Family Based Mental Health Services (FBMHS) provide an intensive continuum of family therapy, case management, and other support services delivered directly in the family's home. The program aims to prevent out-of-home placement of children and adolescents with serious emotional issues. Services include in-home family therapy, family education and skill building, and 24/7 crisis intervention services.
FBMHS team members receive guidance and support from experienced clinical supervisors. Supervision by an AAMFT-approved supervisor is available for team members interested in pursuing licensure.
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Mental Health Professional (MHP) serves as a primary therapist to the children and families participating in the program. The MHP provides and coordinates community-based mental health services along with an assigned teammate (Mental Health Professional or Mental Health Worker).
Experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is preferred but not required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop and implement systemically based interventions utilizing structural family therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, behavior modification, psychoeducation, and other research-based approaches.
* Provide family and individual treatment to the families on the caseload in accordance with FBMHS regulations, agency policy, and good practice standards.
* Work collaboratively with teammate (Mental Health Professional or Mental Health Worker) as well as other systems impacting the family (i.e., family court, child welfare, educational systems, other mental/behavioral health providers, etc).
* Provide services in the client's home/environment during "non-traditional hours," according to the needs and schedules of the families on their caseload, which includes evenings and weekends if necessary.
* Conduct initial and ongoing assessment of the client and family, including review of referral information.
* Identify and engage key participants while identifying systemic strengths and needs.
* Complete functional analyses of targeted behaviors/problems within the ecological context.
* Engage primary caregivers and other key participants in active, change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement and attainment of identified goals.
* Develop and implement initial and ongoing treatment plans with a focus on utilizing strengths and reviewing outcomes regularly using an analytic process.
* Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment interventions and case development in accordance with reporting and documentation regulations and agency policies.
* Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system to ensure their "buy-in" and cooperation throughout treatment.
* Provide direct clinical treatment using methods compatible with program principles and practices.
* Participate in all supervision, training, and consultation activities as directed.
* Provide crisis interventions and stabilization 24/7 to the clients/families on their caseload.
* Complete all program paperwork to agency standards and submit according to determined timeframes.
* Achieve a level of productivity (service hours) within the established range set by the program director.
* Adhere to a professional code of ethics and follow existing federal and state guidelines and laws pertaining to mandated reporting procedures.
* Facilitate the use of Family Support Service Funds within program guidelines.
* Attend all mandatory trainings.
* Maintain required in-office hours to attend weekly group and individual supervision, as well as other meetings or appointments, as scheduled.
* Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures, including confidentiality and reporting suspected child abuse.
* Participate in training/supervision programs as part of the agency's professional development initiative.
* Transport clients to and from appointments, meetings, tasks of daily living, etc.
* Provide direct case management services in collaboration with teammate (Mental Health Professional or Mental Health Worker).
Partnerships & Collaborative Relationships
* Establish and maintain relationships with provider organizations, regulatory and licensing representatives, and referral sources, establishing effective and productive working relationships while promoting PHMC.
* Represent the organization before various stakeholder groups to maintain visibility.
* Manage regulatory and accreditation contracts.
* Serve on, participate in, and attend various committee meetings.
Contributing to the Team
* Participate in regular meetings with staff to ensure priorities are clear, coordination is good, and communication is open. Develop additional methods for ongoing effective communication.
* Cooperate and communicate as a multidisciplinary staff team member through formal meetings, informal consultations, and committee participation.
* Model traits of a responsible team member by executing job responsibilities, open communication, and good follow-through. Support team members to do the same.
* Respond promptly to the concerns and interests of clients, parents, guardians, funding entities, and other PHMC staff.
Trauma-Informed Behavior
* Demonstrate a commitment to being trauma-informed and maintaining a therapeutic environment and community that promotes safety and nonviolence as the basis for all we do with clients and staff.
* Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of trauma-informed practices, including emotional intelligence, effective communication, understanding of the impact of trauma on development, strengths-based and person-centered practice, resilience focus, and commitment to growth and change.
Administrative Activities
* Ensure compliance with all of PHMC's policies and procedures, including confidentiality and acting as a mandated reporter in accordance with the law, policies, and procedures.
* Implement all documentation requirements. Ensure that reports are complete, thorough, timely, and written in the prescribed format. Ensure that staff members do the same.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
* Family Based Mental Health Services adheres to a "Whatever It Takes" philosophy. Mental Health Professionals will be expected to step outside of their primary role when necessary for the sake of advancing client progress and maintaining program integrity.
SKILLS:
* Ability to utilize a collaborative, team-oriented approach
* Knowledge and understanding of CASSP principles
* Knowledge of social/ecological theory and application
* Knowledge of family systems theory and application
* Knowledge of cognitive-behavioral theory and clinical application
* Understanding of child and family development
* Crisis intervention and management skills
* Knowledge of DSM-IV-TR
* Basic understanding of common psychotropic medications
* Experience working with diverse populations
* Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Valid driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle with current registration, and evidence of current automotive insurance coverage required
* Must meet one of the following:
* Have a graduate degree in psychology, counseling, family therapy, social work, nursing, theology with an emphasis in pastoral counseling, or rehabilitation counseling, including 12+ credit hours in therapy and/or counseling, and 2+ years of experience in child/adolescent behavioral health services (CASSP)
* Have a graduate degree in any other field of human services (as approved by OMH), including 12+ credit hours in therapy and/or counseling, and 3+ years of experience in child/adolescent behavioral health services (CASSP)
* If no graduate degree: Must have a certification from OMH in Family-Based Mental Health Services and 4+ years of experience in FBMHS and a bachelor's degree in an OMH-approved field
* Willingness to work with families in their homes required
* Ability to work 2-4 evenings per week until approx. 8 p.m. required
* Preferred: Experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
* Preferred: Experience developing and implementing interventions across multiple systems/settings (i.e., family, peer, school, community, other providers, DHS, Juvenile Probation, etc.)
CLEARANCES: Criminal background, child abuse, FBI, and medical clearances, as well as any other clearances required by contract or by PHMC
COMPENSATION:
* PHMC Salary Grade 18
* This is a full-time position and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
$39k-50k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Youth Behavioral Health Therapist (MST-PSB)
Public Health Management Corporation 4.3
Therapist job at PHMC
SUBSIDIARY: Joseph J. Peters Institute (JJPI) PROGRAM: MST-PSB (Multisystemic Therapy for Youth with Problem Sexual Behavior) ROLE TYPE: Full-Time Joseph J. Peters Institute is a behavioral health provider serving children, adolescents, and adult survivors of trauma as well as perpetrators of sexual abuse and relational violence. The MST-PSB Therapist is responsible for providing intensive, in-home assessment, treatment, case management, crisis intervention, and advocacy to adolescents and families referred for the treatment of sexually abusive behaviors. The Therapist is responsible for maintaining fidelity to the MST-PSB model and coordinating with all members of the treatment team to achieve targeted outcomes.
WORKING AT JJPI:
As part of the PHMC family of companies, JJPI offers a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent healthcare options, all of which include dental and vision coverage. JJPI also provides access to an employee assistance program (EAP), contributions towards bachelor's and master's degree programs, and the opportunity to participate in PHMC-sponsored master's degree programs, which include MPH and MBA options. In addition, we offer a generous paid time off package, including vacation, personal, sick, and 10 agency-recognized holidays. JJPI also offers a competitive 401k plan with an employee match. For our clinical employees, JJPI provides ample opportunity for clinical supervision and consultation and JJPI supervisors may be able to provide supervision towards LPC, LCSW, and psychology licensure. JJPI also supports our staff to be trained in evidence-based practices.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide MST-PSB services to a caseload of 3-5 individuals and families in community settings, including clients' homes, schools, and neighborhoods.
* Actively work to ensure client, victim, and community safety through the development, implementation, monitoring, and ongoing revision of a comprehensive individualized safety plan for each client/family served.
* Engage the primary caregiver and other key participants in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement.
* Actively provide family therapy, parent training, cognitive behavioral therapy, skills building, school and other community system interventions, and clarification work to each client/family served with a high degree of intensity and frequency (i.e. often three or more sessions per week).
* Implement a problem conceptualization, treatment planning, intervention implementation, outcome review, and strategy revision procedure using the MST Analytic Process.
* Conduct MST assessment including review of referral information, identifying and engaging key participants, identifying systemic strengths and weaknesses, and developing an analysis of the fit of problem behaviors within the ecological context.
* Be available to provide services at times convenient to the family, including evenings and weekends.
* Maintain fidelity to MST-PSB guiding principles and fidelity standards.
* Actively participate in weekly group supervision and weekly phone consultation; participate in individual supervision as directed/requested.
* Be available to provide 24/7 crisis response services as directed.
* Actively coordinate services with all team members (including representatives from Juvenile Probation, Department of Human Services, Family Court, victim's therapist/advocate, other providers, and community programs) to ensure their buy-in and cooperation throughout MST treatment.
* Appear/testify in court as directed for each client served.
* Participate in all model fidelity measures and practices as directed.
* Record video of family therapy sessions for model adherence and professional development as directed.
* Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts that promote peer and supervisory review and feedback, and that demonstrate compliance with the nine MST Principles and the MST Analytic Process. Complete and submit all paperwork, forms, reports, etc. within program-identified timeframes and according to professional standards.
Partnerships & Collaborative Relationships
* Establish and maintain relationships with provider organizations, regulatory and licensing representatives, and referral sources, establishing effective and productive working relationships while promoting JJPI.
* Represent the organization before various stakeholder groups to maintain visibility.
* Manage regulatory and accreditation contracts.
* Serve on, participate in, and attend various committee meetings.
Contributing to the MST Team
* Participate in regular meetings with staff to ensure priorities are clear, coordination is effective, and communications are open. Develop additional methods for ongoing effective communication.
* Cooperate and communicate as a multidisciplinary staff team member through formal meetings, informal consultations, and committee participation.
* Model traits of a responsible team member, executing job responsibilities, open communication, good follow through; supports team members to do the same.
* Respond promptly to the concerns and interests of the clients, parents, guardians, funding entities, and other PHMC staff.
Exhibiting Trauma-Informed Values
* Demonstrate commitment to being trauma-informed and maintaining a therapeutic environment and community that promotes safety and nonviolence as the basis for all we do with clients and staff.
* Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of trauma-informed practices, including emotional intelligence, effective communication, understanding of the impact of trauma on development, strengths-based and person-centered practice, resilience focus, and commitment to growth and change.
Administrative Activities
* Ensure compliance with all of JJPI's policies and procedures, including confidentiality and acting as a mandated reporter in accordance with the law, policies, and procedures.
* Implement all documentation requirements, reports are complete, thorough, timely, and written in the prescribed format. Ensure that staff members do the same.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS:
* Knowledge and understanding of adolescent problem sexual behaviors, including systemic factors that contribute to problematic behaviors
* Strong safety management skills including the ability to develop implement and monitor effective safety plans
* Ability to utilize collaborative, team-oriented approach
* Social/ecological theory and application
* Family systems theory and application
* Cognitive-behavioral theory and clinical application
* Understanding of child and family development
* Crisis intervention and management
* Knowledge of DSM-V diagnoses
* Basic knowledge/understanding of common psychotropic medications
* Experience working with diverse populations
* Strong computer skills in all Microsoft Office applications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
* Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or another human services field
* At least two years of verified experience in the mental health field
* Valid driver's license and daily access to a reliable vehicle with current registration and evidence of automotive insurance coverage
Preferred
* Prior experience providing family therapy and/or working with adolescents exhibiting problem sexual behavior
* Prior experience providing MST services
* Preference for individuals meeting the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA) standard of having provided 2,000 hours of direct clinical services to persons with sexual offending behavior
CLEARANCES: Valid child abuse, PA criminal record check, FBI, and medical clearances, as well as any other clearances required by contract or agency policy
SALARY GRADE: 18
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.