Behavioral Health Therapist ; Substance Use Disorder

Overview

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)

Recruitment began on July 30, 2025. Job listing expires on January 30, 2026.

UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Therapist I to join our dedicated Addiction Medicine and Recovery Services (AMS) team at our Erie location.

Our AMS team is at the forefront of providing evidence-based therapy alongside elements of the 12-step program, supporting individuals in their recovery journey. Beyond individual support, our AMS team also extends help to family members and loved ones, offering education on substance use, coping strategies, medication management, and identifying triggers—empowering families to be active participants in the recovery process.

In this role, you will work to support patients through assessment, evaluation, development of treatment plans, and delivery of therapy within co-located facilities. You will partner closely with AMS team members who will provide guidance and supervision. The position includes opportunities for supervision toward clinical hours to apply toward licensure and professional development in behavioral health.

At Safe Harbor we’re proud to offer a supportive work environment focused on your professional growth. Our Total Rewards Program provides comprehensive benefits to support your well-being. There is a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000
. If you’re passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people in our community, we invite you to apply today.

• Clinical Assessments & Treatment:
  Conduct patient assessments and make clinical decisions under supervision; assess and incorporate changing patient needs into treatment plans; provide individual and group therapy, engage families, and educate patients on recovery; create comprehensive treatment plans addressing individualized patient needs.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  Review cases and patient condition changes with supervisor and clinical team; discuss additional service needs and make referrals as needed; participate in treatment team meetings to review and update patient plans.
• Quality Assurance & Documentation:
  Document all patient interactions and case management activities; maintain daily clinical productivity records; complete clinical documentation and provide required information for service authorization.

• Master’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education in school counseling, or related field required. (Successfully completed the educational requirements as defined in practicing state’s code)
• One year of clinical experience preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process, as well as application of current version of the DSM preferred.
• Experience in diagnosing and treating behavioral and psychiatric conditions preferred.

Attention: A copy of your official graduate level transcripts must be attached for consideration.

Passed the examination required by 49.11 relating to licensure examination. Must sign a license agreement and be actively working to obtain the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), or Licensed Family Marriage Therapist (LMFT) within 30 months of hire.

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• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran