Behavioral Health Specialist (Johnstown)

Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential.

Pressley Ridge Benefits

The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.

• Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer match


• Prescription coverage


• Dental and vision plans


• Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost


• Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account


• Wellness incentive (up to $250)


• 403b with up to 9% employer give/match


• Free life insurance and AD&D


• Paid vacation time (12-month employees eligible)


• Paid sick time (up to 15 days)


• Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday


• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Specialist - PHP (BHS-PHP) is responsible for collaborating within the classroom team in the development, implementation, and monitoring of effective, individualized academic, behavioral, and mental health programming for students.  The BHS-PHP will also be responsible for co-facilitating groups and supporting their teammates with clinical documentation as needed.

Essential Responsibilities

• To ensure effective academic, behavioral, and mental health programming for each student, resulting in progress and program completion.


• To ensure comprehensive documentation of all behavioral progress.


• To ensure the continuous safety of all students


• To ensure the continuing development of professional skills

Qualifications 

•  Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, social work, or counseling


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  Pennsylvania Driver’s License and safe driving record

  
  


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  Necessary State and FBI Clearances per regulations; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training per state regulation.

  
  

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands. This position requires a moderate to high level of physical activity. Employees must meet minimum requirements for Hearing, speech, and Vision. 


• Environmental. School and Community


• Working Hours. As assigned