Mental Health Therapist, PLEA

As a Mental Health Therapist at PLEA, you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. Hours worked will be based on the school calendar.

The Mental Health Therapist serves a pivotal role in providing support, instruction, and therapeutic intervention within a classroom setting. Our Mental Health Therapist is fundamental member of the team in conducting continuous functional behavioral assessments, devising and executing behavioral health plans, and fostering social, emotional and academic development. In this role, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide a seamless and comprehensive support system tailored to the distinct needs of each student.

• Understanding and agreement with the philosophy and objectives of the PLEA school
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Highly motivated to work with special needs population and their families
• Strong knowledge of child development, therapeutic interventions, and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving skills, and ability to adapt to changes
• Maturity, reliability, and sound judgment

• Master’s Degree in Human Services or related field (clinical discipline preferred).
• Experience working with special needs children is required.
• ACT 33, ACT 34, and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
• PA Mandated Reporter Training.
• Must be 18 years or older.

PLEA has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. PLEA fosters a culture of reporting abuse and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible. PLEA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age or sex.

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Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.    

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.  

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. 

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;  

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. 

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. 

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. 

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.