LENAPE VALLEY FOUNDATION·Bristol Township, Pennsylvania
The Mental Health Professional will facilitate group therapy, conduct assessments, and collaborate on treatment plans to support individuals in crisis. They are also responsible for facility operations, maintaining site safety, and providing ongoing support for activities of daily living.
As a Mental Health Professional on our Crisis Residential Team, you’ll be a key member of The Lodge, a first of its kind program in Bucks County! You’ll guide teammates, collaborate with management, and consult on treatment plans to support individuals in crisis. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking initiative in mental health care. We are currently have both overnight shifts (full and part time) and day shifts (full time) available.
Your Role
Provision of Group Therapy and Individual Treatment Planning
In coordination with the Therapist, conduct group therapy sessions according to the milieu of the group; establish the agenda, including the identification of issues to be discussed by group and facilitate communication between group members
Educate guest/supports regarding identified problems, therapeutic interventions, and expected outcomes.
Complete initial assessments for new guests. Provide service coordination and support to individuals focusing on the person’s Individualize Support Plan, treatment goals and discharge plans. Assist in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of overall treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the guest and therapist. Advocate for guests’ rights and preferences.
Provide ongoing assessment, problem solving, side by side services, skill training, and environmental adaptations to assist individuals with activities of daily living as needed.
Work collaboratively with the clinical team in the on-going assessment of participant’s mental health struggles and responses treatment
Facilities Operation and Upkeep
Crisis Stabilization
Maintain vigilance and be prepared to respond to a resident’s needs and emergencies appropriately by intervening directly and/or contacting indicated supportive staff, agencies and services. Possess the ability to see and hear all crises/emergencies to ensure resident and site safety and security.
Work with the guests to develop their crisis stabilization plan, provide scheduled check-ins on stabilization goal progresses.
Since 1958, Lenape Valley Foundation (LVF) has been a trusted non-profit provider of essential human services in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. Our mission is to partner with individuals facing mental health, substance use, or developmental challenges as they pursue personal goals and improved quality of life. With over 30 programs and a commitment to evidence-based care, LVF continues to evolve to meet community needs.
LVF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that respects and celebrates diversity. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and ensure a discrimination and harassment free environment where everyone is treated with dignity.
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree with 3 years of direct care experience or a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of direct care experience, including 2 years of supervisory experience. A valid driver's license and proficiency in Electronic Health Records are required.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.
