Lead Mental Health Worker at Glade Run Lutheran Services in Zelienople, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Work for a company that cares and receive a bonus! The Lead Mental Health Worker - Acute Partial Hospitalization and Day Treatment Program may be eligible for a $1000 new hire incentive bonus if hired and meet all qualifications.

Program Summary: The Lead Mental Health Worker (“LMHW”) position is an integral part of a fast-paced treatment team of experienced clinical personnel. The LMHW is assigned a small caseload of children who have been impacted with severe, acute mental health needs and possibly the juvenile justice system. You will play a pivotal role by facilitating therapeutic skills groups, assessing and documenting the presentation of consumers, and providing the guidance and encouragement our consumers need to reach their wellness goals.  

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, counseling, sociology, social work, nursing, neuroscience or other clinical field AND at least 1-year experience working with children and adolescents in a clinical mental health program and knowledge of Juvenile Justice system, experience in Juvenile Justice system preferred. 


2. Must have audio/visual/verbal activity to provide supervision for the clients and to perform essential job functions.


3. Must have physical dexterity in order to assist in physical interventions as necessary.


4. Must complete and pass agency Crisis/Physical Intervention training.


5. Must have emotional stability to perform essential job functions.


6. Must possess verbal and written communication skills.


7. Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required. 


8. Access to a telephone.


9. Must be eligible for PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse History clearance and FBI clearance.


10. Must be able to identify with the Agency’s Mission Statement and support the agency’s Core Values.

Knowledge Areas:

• Group dynamics


• Child and adolescent development


• Evidenced based treatments and Interventions (CBT, DBT, Motivational interviewing 


• Behavior management and modification theory


• Individual & group services model


• Communication skills


• Problem solving


• Personnel practices/policies


• Total Quality Management


• Positive behavioral support strategies


• Juvenile Justice  


• 3800 Regulations for Day Treatment 


• 5210 Regulations for Partial Hospitalization

Job Location:
Zelienople, PA, United States 

Position Type:

Full-Time/Regular

Who We Are: Founded in 1854 by the Rev. Dr. William Passavant in Zelienople, Pennsylvania, Glade Run has evolved over the years to meet the changing and increasingly challenging needs of children, adults and families throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond. With a focus on education, mental health, autism, and unique therapeutic offerings, Glade Run has a long tradition of linking faith and service. Last year, Glade Run served over 5,000 individuals with impactful, innovative services in school, home, and community settings. Equal Opportunity Employer

What We Offer:
(Must meet eligibility requirements- see policies/plan documents for complete requirements and eligibility) 

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401K offerings with agency match


• Agency provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage


• Paid training and administrative time


• Tuition reimbursement


• New Hire Incentive Bonuses


• Employee Referral Bonus Incentives


• Approved Agency for Public Student Loan Forgiveness


• Employee Assistance Program


• Partnership with Capella University offering scholarships, tuition discounts, and free professional development opportunities


• Glade Run is Sanctuary certified – we provide a supportive, respectful environment for our clients and our staff where shared governance, open communication, social learning and responsibility, non-violence, emotional intelligence, and growth and change are paramount in all aspects of our programming