Psychological Services Associate 1 (Local Government) - Somerset County MH/ID

Salary $42,530.00 Annually Location Somerset County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-60784-L0771 Department Local Government Division HS Bedford-Somerset Co Mh/Id U Opening Date 10/15/2026 Closing Date 10/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0771 Position Number 80003539 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88213456 Bureau / Division Bedford-Somerset Developmental and Behavioral Health Services Worksite Address 245 West Race Street City Somerset, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15501 Contact Name Jen Georg Contact Phone 814.443.4891 Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Thank you for checking out our position! Our vision is for every person and family that we serve to have a network of family, friends, advocates, and supportive services to live a full and productive life in our community. Learn more about us at www.dbhs.co .This opportunity is for a Therapist to provide counseling services in an Outpatient Program to individuals of all ages. Under the guidance of a supervisor, establish a written goal-specific treatment plan and serve as a resource. Collaborate and consult with colleagues, community individuals, or agencies to assist in providing the highest quality of services. This position may also provide outpatient group therapy and School Based Counseling services. School Therapists work on site in schools to assess student needs, provide consultation and education to school personnel, and make referrals. Full-time positions include excellent benefits! Healthcare coverage, pension plan, student loan reimbursement program, flexible spending account, and paid holidays. We encourage work/life balance with a hybrid of remote & on-site work schedules for some positions. Family friendly agency with paid time off, paid sick time, employee assistance program, and family medical leave.Apply today to join us in serving the community! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position provides therapy services in outpatient, school, and group settings to support individuals across a wide range of needs. As a Psychological Services Associate 1, you will perform the following duties: 1. Outpatient Counseling: Provide individual, family, and group therapy under supervisor guidance 2. Treatment Planning: Develop strengths-based plans and document progress in the electronic medical record 3. Diagnostic Evaluation: Conduct evaluations to enroll clients and identify appropriate service needs 4. School-Based Support: Deliver therapy in school settings and complete assessments for referred students 5. Crisis Coordination: Collaborate with crisis staff to address urgent mental health needs 6. Group Facilitation: Lead outpatient group sessions focused on self-care and personal recovery At times, this position may be responsible for providing coverage in Bedford County. Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. 3. Hours must be adjusted as needed based upon individual requests for evening appointments. 4. On occasion, staff may need to work hours outside of the set work week to complete projects, meet work demands, or in the event of an emergency. 5. This position reports to the DBHS Office for work. Upon hire, new staff begin training and are on probation for 6 months. New staff may be eligible for a hybrid of on-site and remote work after 3-months of employment. 6. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. A master's degree in psychology or a closely related field. 2. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Other Requirements: 1. PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: 1. You must pass a background investigation. 2. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. 3. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. 4. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. 5. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to Apply: br> How to Apply: 1. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.