Family Interventionist

Family Interventionist

Psychology – Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh – (25001276)

The University of Pittsburgh’s Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences is currently seeking a qualified Family Interventionist.

This is a full-time position that will serve as a Family Check-Up Family Interventionist for the Hello Baby initiative, which aims to support parents of infants and toddlers in Allegheny County who have faced multiple adversities. Families will be enrolled through Allegheny County’s Department of Human Services and typically will be seen at their home in-person or through telehealth. Duties will include learning and applying the Family Check-Up, an evidence-based parenting intervention that incorporates motivational interviewing, family systems, and parent skills training. The individual would have a caseload of approximately 7-10 families each week, averaging 40-45 new families each year. The incumbent will also be responsible for attending individual and group supervision and staff meetings, collaborating with other intervention staff and community partners, as well as appointment scheduling and record-keeping.

This position requires excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies.

Job Summary

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 Preferred candidates will have at least one year of clinical/counseling experience with strong clinical skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with a range of clinical, community, and organizational partners with courtesy and respect. 

Individual in this position must be able to use Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, TEAMS, OneDrive, Excel), a telephone, must be able to make weekly home visits to families, and must be able to communicate verbally. Individual must have a valid driver’s license and reliable access to a personal vehicle for the purpose of conducting home visits.

Physical Effort Individual must be able to drive a car, travel on and off campus, and be able to lift up to 30 lbs for occasional basic needs good drop-offs. Assistance (both from other staff or in terms of equipment such as a cart) for the lifting of basic needs goods can be provided.

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.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Clinical Counselor

Job Family Health Professionals

Job Sub-Family Behavioral & Mental Health

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Master’s Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required No experience required

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm with occasional weekends and evenings and use of flex time to accommodate family schedules.

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range $44,311 to $59,082 annually

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents Not Applicable

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