Mental Health Therapist

Mental Health Therapist – Residential Treatment

Location: Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
Job Type: Full-Time (In-person)
Pay: $80,000 - $85,000

Hours: 11am-7pm

Overview

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC) is opening a new female residential behavioral health facility in Cranberry Township, PA and is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Therapist to join our clinical team.

This role offers the opportunity to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based care to adolescents in a structured environment focused on healing, growth, and long-term success.

Why Join DTAC

• Opportunity to be part of a newly developed residential program
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment
• Meaningful work supporting adolescent mental health
• Ongoing supervision and professional development
• Supportive leadership and team culture

Position Summary

The Mental Health Therapist provides assessment, individual and group therapy, and treatment planning for youth in a residential setting. This role plays a key part in developing effective therapeutic interventions that support emotional stability, behavioral growth, and improved outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and provide diagnostic impressions
• Provide individual and group therapy services
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans
• Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, including assessments and progress notes
• Communicate clinical updates to treatment teams, families, and referral sources
• Support the safety and structure of the residential environment
• Participate in therapeutic activities and programming
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members
• Attend staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years experience in child or adolescent behavioral health
• Licensed as LCSW, LPC, LMFT in Pennsylvania within your scope of practice
• Strong communication, documentation, and clinical assessment skills

Preferred:

• Experience in residential or intensive treatment settings
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices
• Experience facilitating group therapy and psychoeducational interventions

Requirements

• Ability to work in a residential treatment environment
• Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive care
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to Cranberry Township, PA

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Flexible scheduling options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Ongoing Training and Continuing Education Credit Opportunities (CEUs)

Work Location

This is an in-person position based in Cranberry Township, PA (16066).

Apply Today

If you are a passionate clinician committed to supporting adolescents in a therapeutic residential setting, we encourage you to apply and join DTAC’s growing team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining an inclusive workplace in accordance with all applicable laws.