SCHOOL BASED THERAPIST in Allentown, Pennsylvania at KidsPeace Childrens Hospital

The School Based Therapist provides outpatient mental and behavioral health services in a school setting. This position is responsible for assessing client's mental health status, developing a client-specific treatment plan, providing individual, group and family therapy and completing all required clinical documentation in compliance with KidsPeace and regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Human Services related field.
• Applicable state licensure or licensed eligible preferred.
• Minimum of two years' experience in Human Services required.
• Experience with acute emotionally challenged children, adolescents, and/or adults preferred.
• Must be able to perform therapy sessions remotely and possess the computer skills to navigate a session.

JOB DUTIES:

• Complete required assessments and develop a client centered, individualized treatment plan with each client.
• Designate client problem areas, assist client in formulating related goals and tasks and support client in achieving these goals via the completion of specific tasks.
• Provide individual and family therapy which directly address client treatment plan goals.
• Develop a discharge plan that meets the ongoing needs of each client.
• Participate in school meetings to connect students and families with mental and behavioral health services.
• Participate in SAP and other school specific trainings.