Clinical Therapist/Cognitive Rehabilitation Specialist

This position is located full-time in Johnstown, PA, at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (HGAC). The Hiram G. Andrews Center provides vocational training and comprehensive rehabilitation services to people from across the state. The University of Pittsburgh develops, implements, and operates clinical programs located within HGAC through an Intergovernmental Agency Agreement. These programs include the Cognitive Skills Enhancement Program (CSEP) and Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS). CSEP is designed to improve employment outcomes for young adults with cognitive disabilities (e.g., autism, ADHD, LD, TBI) by increasing awareness of strengths, limitations, and impact of disability, through the development of social-emotional and executive functioning skills. Pre-ETS programs are designed to provide pre-employment transition services to younger individuals (14-21 years) with disabilities. Clinical staff position to provide counseling, psychotherapy, and cognitive rehabilitation services at the Hiram G. Andrew Center in Johnstown, PA. The candidate will provide clinical counseling, cognitive rehabilitation, and behavioral health services in Johnstown while serving as a member of a clinical team team and supervising subordinate staff/students. Qualifications for the position include a Master’s degree in rehabilitation or mental health counseling, psychology, or related field. A minimum of two years relevant experience is highly desired.

Provides targeted, advanced-level, clinical counseling, psychotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation and/or behavioral health services addressing a range of mental health concerns for a diverse population of students/clients utilizing specialized techniques to foster development, remediate mental health problems, and promote positive mental health. Facilitates comprehensive assessments and treatments, referrals for hospitalizations, and/or case reviews.

Essential Functions 

Provide in-person individual and group counseling, psychotherapy, and cognitive rehabilitation and behavioral health services while serving as a member of a clinical team. The candidate must demonstrate the ability and interest to: provide evidence-based counseling interventions to individuals with cognitive and mental health disabilities; provide individualized therapeutic services to clients in vocational programming; maintain and coordinate individual and group rehabilitation and mental health programming in conjunction with the Hiram G. Andrews Center; document clinical interactions; maintain confidential records and protected information; train and supervise student interns; provided support, development, training, and consultation services to HGAC training and student service programs; communicate the needs of the program to superiors, co-workers, and staff; and support the Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health and its mission. Master's degree in counseling or related field required. A minimum of two years of relevant experience is highly desired. A strong background in evidence based clinical intervention, assessment, and service provision with persons with cognitive and mental/behavioral health disabilities is required. Individual and group counseling and/or psychotherapy experience with individuals with cognitive and mental health disorders essential. Certification (CRC or NCC) and licensure (LPC) preferred, but not required.

This position requires mostly office work, talking to people, possibly standing to lead group sessions, and walking around a large building. No heavy lifting.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.