Mobile Mental Health Therapist (MMHT) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Dunbar Wellness Group

Job Title: Mobile Mental Health Therapist (MMHT)
Job Classification: Independent Contractor (1099)
Department: Mobile Mental Health Treatment Program
Program: Mobile Mental Health Treatment (MMHT)
Reports To: Clinical Director, Mobile Mental Health Treatment Program; Chief Clinical Officer
Work Location: Field-Based (Philadelphia, PA – Community, Nursing Facilities, and Home-Based Settings)
Work Arrangement: Fully Mobile / Field-Based
Compensation Range: $40–$45 per billable hour
FLSA Status: Exempt (Contractor)
Position Status: Contract (1099)

Position Summary:

Dunbar Wellness Group is seeking a qualified and compassionate Mobile Mental Health Therapist (MMHT) to provide therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and families through our Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) program. The Mobile Mental Health Therapist will provide individualized, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused therapeutic interventions in the child’s natural environment, including homes, schools, and community settings.

The ideal candidate will have experience providing outpatient, community-based, or behavioral health services and demonstrate the ability to collaborate with families, schools, and multidisciplinary treatment teams to support positive clinical outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and family therapy services to children and adolescents within the IBHS program.
• Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and strengths-based therapeutic interventions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment goals based on client needs.
• Conduct clinical assessments and participate in treatment planning activities.
• Provide services in the child’s natural environment, including home, school, and community settings.

• Collaborate with families, caregivers, schools, behavioral health professionals, and other service providers.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and communicate client progress with appropriate stakeholders.
• Coordinate care to ensure continuity and quality of services.
• Provide clinical recommendations and support to the treatment team.

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with IBHS standards, insurance requirements, and applicable state regulations.
• Maintain accurate client records, progress notes, and treatment documentation.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives as needed.

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
• Active Pennsylvania professional license or eligibility for licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or related credential preferred).
• Experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and families.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and evidence-based therapeutic practices.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

• Experience working within Pennsylvania IBHS services.
• Experience providing Mobile Therapy (MT) services.
• Experience working with Medicaid-funded behavioral health programs.
• Experience serving youth and families in community-based settings.

Experience:

Required

• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing psychotherapy or behavioral health treatment to adults or older adults
• Experience conducting clinical assessments and treatment planning
• Experience maintaining timely and compliant documentation in an electronic health record
• Ability to work independently in field-based settings
• Ability to manage a mobile caseload

Preferred

• Experience working with senior adults or geriatric populations
• Experience providing services to homebound individuals or shut-ins
• Experience working in nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, or long-term care environments
• Experience providing community-based, mobile, or home-based therapy
• Experience working with medically complex individuals

Target Population:

The Mobile Mental Health Therapist will serve individuals who:

• Are homebound or shut-in due to medical or mobility limitations
• Reside in nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, or long-term care settings
• Receive Community HealthChoices (CHC), CBH, or Medical Assistance services
• Have chronic medical conditions and co-occurring behavioral health needs
• Require community-based mental health services due to inability to attend outpatient care

Experience working with senior adults and homebound populations is strongly preferred.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Flexible scheduling options
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive clinical leadership
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth

Dunbar Wellness Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve.