Mental Health Therapist (.8 Day Mon, Wed., Fri/Sat)

About the role

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery. Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent: to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth:

• We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected.
• We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion.
• We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing.
• We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other.
• We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

Pay

Shift differentials maximize earnings with additional hourly pay:

• +$2/hr – Monday through Thursday nights
• +$3/hr – Friday through Sunday nights
• +$2/hr – Saturday and Sunday days

Responsibilities

• Psychosocial Assessment: Conduct thorough, accurate, and clinically sound psychosocial assessments in a timely manner. Maintain comprehensive clinical records, including documentation of all activities performed as part of the service delivery process. Obtain signatures from individuals as necessary for treatment agreements.
• Internal Education and Training: Provide internal education on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, harm reduction strategies, and service plan documentation to enhance the clinical skills of the team.
• Clinical Documentation: Prepare clinical reports and individualized service plans using the agency's electronic clinical documentation software. Ensure that all documentation complies with best clinical practices, contracts, regulatory standards, and legal requirements.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Conduct brief interventions, individual therapy, family therapy, and group counseling within the scope of practice. Participate in redirecting individual behavior and maintaining a safe environment when necessary. Accurately document all services and individual activities.
• Referral and Placement: Arrange for the referral and placement of individuals in other community-based programs, including substance abuse treatment, housing, or employment opportunities, as appropriate.
• Case Management and Crisis Intervention: Provide case management services that promote recovery and community reintegration. Conduct crisis interventions and follow-up care as necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals.
• Collaboration and Follow-Up: Collaborate with appropriate leadership regarding case progress on a weekly basis, ensuring continuity of care and adherence to treatment goals.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform all other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall therapeutic environment and success of the treatment program.

Requirements

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field
• Unrestricted license as Licensed Mental Health Professional in Pennsylvania (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, CAADC)
• 3 years of experience in mental health, substance abuse treatment, or relevant work
• Knowledge of principles of recovery, family of origin/intergenerational issues, and co-occurring psychiatric disorders
• Knowledge and experience working with special populations (individuals identified as having serious mental illness, substance abuse diagnoses, brain injuries, and those over 60 years of age)
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• If working with youth, experience working within the Children’s system of care, their families, and stakeholders
• Must pass the following background checks:
  • Child Abuse Clearance
  • FBI Criminal Background Check
  • Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment.
• Complete all credentialing requirements within the required time period, including but not limited to obtaining a National Provider Identifier (NPI), Medallion enrollment, Medicare enrollment, and any other necessary credentials as required for the role.

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of and experience with PA DHS, OMHSAS, and DDAP regulations

Benefits

Full-time only:

• Comprehensive health insurance for employees and their families, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Company-paid parental leave available to eligible employees

All Employees (Pool, Part-time, and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, auto-enrolled in the 401k Plan

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., subject to change based on facility needs.