Therapist - CMIS
About this role
Why Work at PATH?
A Career with Meaning
At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here.
In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives, we offer:
• Competitive pay
• Annual increases
• Performance and longevity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
• Generous amount of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• No-cost pension plan
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
• Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
• Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment
JOB SUMMARY:
To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. Responsible for provision of brief, up to 6 weeks, clinical assessment, interventions and crisis management for children and their families in Northeast Philadelphia. The CMIS program operates 7 days/ week, 365 days/year between the hours of 8:00am – 9:00pm. Services include assessment, crisis intervention, parent education, brief resolution focused treatment and linkages to behavioral health and community services. Services may be provided with a bachelor’s level case manager as a team member.
QUALIFICATION
- Master’s degree in the human services field from an accredited college or university
- 2 years verified, paid, post-master’s therapy experience with children/youth and training and experience in family therapy
- valid Driver's License and personal vehicle required
- fluency in at least 2 languages spoken in Northeast Philadelphia a plus
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Upon referral assignment, contact the family to schedule an initial visit offering same day/next day availability.
- Engage the youth and family upon the first visit to develop an understanding of the events that led to the crisis, educate the family on the role and time limited nature of CMIS and begin treatment and crisis planning.
- Collaborate with the psychiatrist on any medication and/or evaluation needs
- Provide therapeutic interventions for the youth and family, in the home, community and school, utilizing intensive crisis de-escalation techniques and parenting education that will focus on parenting education; conflict resolution skills and improvement of communication skills.
Company at a glance
PATH (People Acting To Help), Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center in the heart of Northeast Philadelphia, offering a wide array of services to meet the specific needs of our community.
Founded in 1973 by a group of dedicated community members who set out to provide critical services at a time when they were otherwise scarce or nonexistent, PATH now has over 600 dedicated staff providing services to 4,200 children, adolescents, and adults each year through a comprehensive array of evidence-based clinical programs. Our locations include our new headquarters at 1919 Cottman Avenue, 8 satellite locations, and over 50 homes throughout Northeast Philadelphia.
PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation, including a 5-Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions. We have remained true to our mission of helping individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life with the help and support of our dedicated staff, board members, and stakeholders.
PATH’s headquarters is also home to our new community hub, PATH@1919. Through this innovative and integrated model, individuals and their families can find the complementary services they need in other aspects of their lives, including financial literacy, employment assistance, legal services, and educational support.
For more information about PATH, Inc., please visit www.pathcenter.org.
Top Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Annual increases
- Performance bonuses
- Longevity bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid holidays
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Personal time
- No-cost pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Licensure supervision
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Referral bonus
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