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Job description
About Us
KidsPeace is a private charity dedicated to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have offered psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and foster care programs. Our team works in an environment defined by compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering hope and healing.
Position Overview
The Walk-In Therapist is responsible for providing unscheduled mental health assessments, developing a level of care plan for each individual, providing bridge therapy sessions until long-term services are initiated, coordinating with internal and external programming and completing all required clinical documentation in compliance with KidsPeace and regulatory requirements.
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation
Generous PTO
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance
Professional Growth Opportunities – Ongoing training, development programs, and clear pathways for career advancement
Supportive Culture – A team environment built on collaboration, respect, and compassion
Key Responsibilities:
Complete mental health assessments and develop a client centered level of care plan, including but not limited to safety planning, communicating with the identified level of care program and coordination with other internal programming/external agencies.
Review all level of care recommendations with a member of leadership team prior to discussing with individuals.
Complete all referrals and required documentation in a timely manner on KidsPeace approved forms and according to KidsPeace and regulatory standards.
Provide scheduled check-in sessions designed to assist the client in developing safety plans and maintain stability until they are enrolled in on-going mental/behavioral health treatment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's Degree in Human Services related field Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services field required.
Minimum of two years’ experience in Mental Health Field Preferred
Valid driver’s license and First Aid/CPR certifications required.
Must possess basic personal computer knowledge and skills.
Must be 21 years of age.
Worksite address
allentown, PA, 18103, US
Who can apply
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