What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Therapist Associate position at UPMC?
Purpose:
STAR Clinic is a world-renowned clinic, specializing in evidence-based assessment and treatment for depressed, anxious, suicidal teens and undergraduate college students. We have outpatient and IOP levels of care and provide multidisciplinary treatment team approach. We are located in Bellefield Towers in Oakland.
Sign-On Bonuses up to $10,000!
Responsibilities:
· Role Identification: Works with MHP/Supervisor to define role, interventions, and population complexity.
· Client Engagement: Connects with potential clients and addresses engagement barriers.
· Data Collection: Gathers necessary information for continuity of care.
· Assessments: Conducts structured assessments and documents findings under supervision.
· Treatment Implementation: Adapts treatment models for patient care.
· Screenings and Data Collection: Completes tasks to inform treatment planning.
· Documentation: Maintains accurate and complete case records.
· Diagnosis: Develops provisional diagnoses using DSM under supervision.
· Recovery Principles: Promotes self-management of illness.
· Team Collaboration: Works with treatment team and attends meetings.
· Treatment Planning: Collaborates on developing and updating treatment plans.
· Clinical Documentation: Completes documentation promptly and ensures service authorization.
· Therapy and Education: Provides individual and group therapy, engages families, and educates on recovery.
· Case Review: Reviews cases with supervisor and clinical team.
· Continuity of Care: Coordinates with community supports and treatment team.
· Service Referrals: Refers patients to appropriate services and programs.
· Quality Assurance: Participates in program improvement activities.
· Other Duties: Performs additional tasks as assigned.
Salary : $21 - $34
