Position Details

Mental Health Professional- LTSR- ERIE

Mental Health Professional - LTSR

  • Erie, PA
  • $41,424/yr - $51,461/yr
  • Salaried
  • Full-Time
  • Comprehensive benefits package

Position Summary:

The Mental Health Professional (MHP) functions as a clinical member of the multidisciplinary team and provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to clients enrolled in the LTSR program. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: individual and group therapy, case management, medication monitoring, assistance with the activities of daily living (ADL), crisis intervention, psychosocial education, vocational support and supportive counseling. The incumbent is expected to provide recovery-oriented interventions according to each client's individual treatment plan and maintain professional relationships with other providers, both internal and external to the program. The MHP, along with every member of the LTSR team, must adhere to the DPW regulations and the policies and procedures established by the organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Master's level degree or higher in generally recognized clinical discipline and one (1) year of mental health clinical experience.
  2. Registered, licensed or certified if profession is governed by such a board in the Commonwealth.
  3. Exceptional communication skills, both written & verbal, organizational skills & the ability to effectively work with a team of other mental health professionals.
  4. Strong clinical skills with working knowledge of the mental health system, psychiatric rehabilitation principles and recovery-oriented practices.
  5. Ability to effectively work with persons with mental illness, developmental disabilities, substance abuse disorders and forensic issues and encourage their participation with comprehensive treatment plans.
  6. Act 33/34/31 and FBI Clearances
  7. Valid driver's license with access to a vehicle during scheduled work hours.

Benefits:

  • Excellent Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Personal Days
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Retirement Plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (if you are eligible)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • And More!

About Us:

Today, Stairways Behavioral Health is the most progressive mental health care provider in Erie, serving more than 8,000 people annually and employing more than 280 full and part-time mental health professionals. The conviction of the founders remains Stairways' mission 60 years later, focusing primarily on adults.

Stairways in an affiliate of Journey Health System, headquartered in Bradford, PA.

Stairways Mission:

Stairways Behavioral Health assists persons with mental health care and addiction needs at any stage of life in their recovery by providing comprehensive rehabilitation, treatment, and supports essential for living, working, learning and participating fully in the community.