MST Psych Crisis Counselor

Job DetailsJob Location: Butler County - Butler, PA 16001Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $45,500.00 - $59,440.00 SalaryJob Category: Mental HealthAre you looking to make a lasting impact on youth and families? Look no further! MHY Family Services just launched a brand new Multisystemic (MST) Adaptation Program in Butler County, PA! We are looking for a passionate Crisis Counselor to join our team.  Apply now and become a part of the supportive and dynamic culture at MHY Family Services!

Benefits include: 


Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
403(b) Retirement w/ Employer Match
Free Training and CEU's
PTO/Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement 
Growth/Development Opportunities
Non-Traditional Hours/Flexible Schedule


WHY MHY FAMILY SERVICES?

MHY Family Services is an Organization that you can be proud to be a part of, where you will be coached, challenged, and empowered to grow as a person and a professional. 

ABOUT MHY FAMILY SERVICES:

MHY Family Services (MHY) is over 140 years old and a non-profit organization that provides support and services through residential, educational and community-based programming all over Pennsylvania, primarily in Western PA. MHY strives to meet the changing needs of at-risk youth and their families through a practical and holistic approach to treatment. Youth and families have the opportunity to learn skills that help them manage and cope with trauma-based issues and to re-engage with home, school and community. 

SUMMARY

Serves youth between the ages of 9-18 and their families with treatment and resources as set forth in the MST Psychiatric model.  Affords in-home counseling and case management to youth and families involved in the juvenile justice system with the goals of preventing out of home placement.  Collaborates closely with Therapists and other treatment team members.  Must be capable of working closely with the courts, judges, schools, probation, children and youth services, hospitals and other providers in collaboration with evidence-based outcomes; all in alignment with MHY goals and strategies.  Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Other duties may be assigned.

 


Assists Therapists in proactively collecting information and resources in anticipation of clients’ needs. 
Engages primary caregivers and other key participants in active, change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to participation.
Assists Therapists in the problem conceptualization, treatment planning, intervention implementation, outcome review and strategy revision procedures using the MST Analytic Process.
Maintains timely, clear and concise documentation of treatment that supports peer and supervisory review and feedback, and in compliance with MST processes.
Performs safety checks at the direction of the Supervisor or Therapist, responds to emergencies, and implements crisis plans as necessary.
Obtains drug screens and/or breathalyzers for parents or youth who are abusing substances.
Participates in MST-Psychiatric training, supervision and consultation activities as required.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with community stakeholders (i.e., child protection services, Guardians ad Litem, judges, schools, etc.) to support cooperation among service providers.
Assists clients in practical needs such as housing, budgeting, job attainment, and prosocial recreational activities.
Assists the clinical team and parents with children’s school adjustments.
Develops and maintains a resource book for the team of activities and services available in the community that support clinical interventions.
Assists in MST TAM-R data collection by connecting families with the interviewer.
Collaborate as needed with Therapists and other team members to support them in their work with families.
Assists the team in on-call rotation (if qualified to do so). 


 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.


 
QualificationsEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Childhood Education or related area required, with a minimum of one year prior experience working with families in community settings.  Experience within the child protection or court systems strongly preferred, in addition to participation in interventions including community support systems and experience .  Current PA state driver’s license with an insurable driving record required.  Must possess demonstrated PC skills including common MS Office applications.  Additional training or licensing as required by regulations, or as deemed necessary by the Executive Director or Director. 

EOE.