Adolescent Therapist

Description

• Are you a passionate, empathetic Therapist with a drive to make a lasting impact on the lives of adolescents?
• Gateway Rehab Centers (GRC) is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Adolescent Therapist to facilitate therapy and perform case management for our Youth Program in Center Township, PA.
• At GRC, we believe in empowering youth to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and embrace their potential—if you're eager to make a meaningful difference, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Completes initial assessments upon admission.
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions daily.
• Completes treatment plans with patients and reviews every 2 weeks.
• Provide patient psychoeducation as scheduled.
• Completes progress notes and group notes for patient charts.
• Makes contacts for collateral information.
• Contacts insurance companies and other providers for continuing care reviews.
• Transports patients as necessary.
• Supervises adolescent patients as necessary.
• Intervenes in crises with patients.
• Perform case management duties: evaluating and documenting patient progress, discharge summaries, continuing care planning, and coordination of transfers.
• Facilitate daily shift reports and participate in treatment team meetings.
• Attends consultation and supervision sessions, training, and staff meetings.
• Assists with developing program curriculum materials for group sessions.
• Assesses and appropriately reports patient abuse and neglect.
• Conducts searches and urine screens as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and other professionals.
• Understands the nature of addiction, including its psychological, physiological, and social aspects.
• Ability to conduct thorough assessments to diagnose substance use disorders and/or co-occurring conditions.
• Ability to provide individual and/or group therapy to help patients understand their addiction and develop coping strategies.
• Skilled at analyzing complex situations and making sound decisions regarding treatment and intervention strategies.
• Has the capacity to manage personal stress and maintain professionalism in challenging situations.
• Ability to uphold strict confidentiality to protect patients’ privacy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree

One year’s experience in a behavioral health environment preferred.

Additional Requirements

Pass a PA Criminal Background Check

Obtain PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting Clearances

• Obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
• This position requires mandatory staffing coverage when necessary to provide a safe treatment environment for Gateway patients
• Valid driver’s license and favorable driving record required.

Work Conditions

• Favorable working conditions.
• Minimal physical demands.
• Significant mental demands include those associated with treating patients with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

GRC is an

Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We value diverse voices and lived experiences that strengthen our mission and impact.