Partial Hospitalization Program Therapist
About the role
We are seeking a full‑time Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Therapist to join our Adult Behavioral Health team in Carlisle, PA. The Therapist is responsible for delivering therapeutic services to adults with mental health disorders, facilitating group therapy sessions, and assisting clients in developing coping skills and strategies to manage their conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides therapeutic services for mental health consumers.
- Complies with regulations and Merakey policies for clinical documentation.
- Completes timely paperwork (intake forms, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries).
- Maintains personal and professional accountability.
- Assists in program planning and service implementation.
- Represents the service at meetings within Merakey and the community.
- Attends training programs for skill development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or another related human services field.
- Two years’ experience in mental health (preferred).
Schedule
40 hours/week; Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am‑4:00 pm
Pay
$21.25 per hour
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan with pre‑tax and Roth (after‑tax) contribution options.
- DailyPay – access your pay when you need it.
- Goga well‑being platform with self‑care tools and resources.
- Care.com access for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, legal, and financial services.
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
About Merakey
Merakey is a non‑profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year. Merakey is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and veterans to apply.