THERAPIST at KidsPeace Childrens Hospital – Allentown, Pennsylvania

Therapist

About Us

KidsPeace is a private charity dedicated to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have offered psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and foster care programs. Our team works in an environment defined by compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering hope and healing.

Position Overview

The Therapist Partial is responsible for providing clinical leadership, guidance, and consultation as a team member in regard to psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic programming. This includes clinical consultation, and individual, group, and family therapy as well as other forms of intervention as directed. This responsibility also includes assisting in evaluations and training of direct care staff, program marketing, quality assurance, and continuity of care within other Community Programs or other KidsPeace Departments.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation starting range $44,825 - $52,150 Generous PTO
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance
• Professional Growth Opportunities – Ongoing training, development programs, and clear pathways for career advancement
• Supportive Culture – A team environment built on collaboration, respect, and compassion

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and / or group therapy to clients in the form of on-site sessions and / or social or recreational activities which directly correlate to goals in the Treatment Plan.
• Take a lead role in the Interdisciplinary Team process to facilitate coordination of care.
• Facilitate, encourage, evaluate, and take a lead role in facilitating the family assessment process within the program/department for observation, direction and role modeling.
• Provide training, support and / or consultation to staff within the program as indicated.
• Aggressively pursue positive client attendance / census in accordance with indicated projections.
• Ensure documentation is thorough, complete and filed. And program services meet standards established by regulatory agencies and KP policies.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Human Services or related field
• Minimum two years experience in Human Services preferred.
• Experience with acute emotionally challenged children or adolescents preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and First Aid/CPR certifications required.
• Must possess basic personal computer knowledge and skills.
• Must be 21 years of age.