What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master's Level Mental Health Treatment Specialist - Wilkes-Barre Area Partial Program position at LUZERNE INTERMEDIATE UNIT?
Master’s level Mental Health Treatment Specialist position available located at the Wilkes Barre Area High School Partial Hospitalization Program. The MHTS will provide individual, group, and family therapy to students in the partial program. The therapist is responsible for developing treatment plans, conducting assessments, coordinating care with other providers, and conducting the intake process. We are looking for compassionate candidates with a Master's degree in a mental health field or related service that are interested in having a positive impact on the lives of the children they work with.
GREAT BENEFITS!
- Reduced summer work schedule
- Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement plan-Pension retirement plan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Benefits. Benefits start on the first day of employment and include family
- Vision, Dental and Prescription Drug Plan
- Financial incentive for “Opting Out” of health coverage
- Generous paid time off (3 weeks vacation, 14 sick days, 4 personal, all school holidays)
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Tuition reimbursement up to 80 % of cost in related field
- Licensed Supervision available for LPC/ LCSW
- Continuing education/ licensure credits/ training opportunities
- Life Insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health Savings Plan
- Supportive and enriching environment- supported by advanced practice professionals
Growth and advancement potential within the organization
About us:
"The Luzerne Intermediate Unit (LIU) strives to increase each student’s individual potential in the most appropriate environment by implementing a model of collaboration and resource allocation that responds to the needs of our community. Since 1970, the LIU has provided special education programs that require a high degree of specialization and/or that serve low-incidence exceptional children on a regional basis. The LIU is committed to maintaining strong relationships with the districts we serve and provides educational and support services including, behavioral health, to twelve public school districts within Luzerne and Wyoming Counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania. "
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Master's Degree in a Mental Health Discipline (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000