Licensed Behavioral Health Professional

Job DetailsJob Location: Philadelphia, PA 19136Position Type: Part TimeJob Shift: EveningThe Licensed Behavioral Health Professional provides mental health assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and treatment services to patients within a healthcare, behavioral health, and/or correctional setting. This position works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support patient wellness, behavioral stabilization, rehabilitation, and continuity of care while ensuring compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.

QualificationsQualifications & Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Behavioral Health, or related field required
Current active state licensure required (LCSW, LPC, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent)
Minimum of one (1) year of behavioral health or clinical counseling experience preferred
Experience in correctional, psychiatric, crisis intervention, or healthcare settings preferred
Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis management skills
Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation abilities
Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements
Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred

Job Responsibilities

Conduct behavioral health assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and risk assessments
Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling services to patients
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and behavioral care plans
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
Monitor patient progress and communicate changes in condition or risk to appropriate clinical staff
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and care coordination activities
Provide crisis intervention, behavioral stabilization, and de-escalation support as needed
Coordinate referrals, discharge planning, and continuity of care services
Educate patients on coping skills, behavioral health conditions, treatment plans, and available community resources
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, PREA, NCCHC, ACA, and applicable state and federal regulations
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, trainings, audits, and staff meetings
Maintain professional boundaries and therapeutic relationships with patients
Collaborate with custody staff, medical staff, and outside providers when appropriate
Perform other duties as assigned

Skills / Abilities

Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic counseling skills
Ability to manage crises calmly and professionally
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge of behavioral health practices, patient rights, and confidentiality standards