Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a nonprofit in 1983, The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communities.

Headquartered in Audubon, TLC operates across multiple states, providing K-12 alternative education, comprehensive mental and behavioral health services, coaching, counseling, and trauma-informed training.

The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth collaborates with school districts, universities, hospitals, police departments, and nonprofit organizations, offering consultation services to secure federal and state grant funding.

The following positions are available:

See all the available job openings at The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth.

Licensed Mental Health Clinician

The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth (TLC) is seeking a full-time Licensed Mental Health Clinician to provide on-site and telehealth mental health treatment and support exclusively to the sworn members of the SEPTA Transit Police. The clinician will offer mental health assessments, individual and group counseling, psychoeducation, and crisis intervention services designed to enhance officer wellness and resilience.

This position is part of TLC’s ongoing partnership with the SEPTA Transit Police to foster a culture of wellness through early intervention, ongoing support, and evidence-based mental health care tailored to the unique needs of law enforcement professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct officer assessments to establish baseline mental health data and evaluate program impact.
• Provide individual counseling to address a range of mental health concerns.
• Facilitate group counseling sessions, debriefings, or diffusions as needed.
• Deliver psychoeducation programs on stress reduction, resilience, conflict resolution, and related topics.
• Offer brief mental health interventions and consultations to officers and leadership.
• Provide crisis intervention and support services, including phone and/or in-person response in the community on an on-call basis under extenuating circumstances.
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including but not limited to EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness practices, and calming techniques.
• Track service utilization, outcomes, and officer progress.
• Prepare and submit reports for the SEPTA Transit Police as requested.
• Collaborate with SEPTA Transit Police leadership to promote a culture of wellness through presentations, education, and partnerships with local providers.
• The Licensed Mental Health Clinician will be supervised by The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth, in collaboration with the SEPTA Transit Police.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active licensure in the State of Pennsylvania (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC).
• Experience in treating trauma, PTSD, and crisis counseling (CCTP certification preferred).
• Experience using evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and relaxation strategies.
• Experience working in high-stress or trauma-exposed environments, ideally with law enforcement or first responders.
• Prior experience providing mental health services to law enforcement personnel or first responders.
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) credential or equivalent specialized trauma training.
• Proven ability to design and deliver wellness programming within organizational or public safety settings.

This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The Clinician will provide services on-site at the SEPTA Transit Police Department.

The SEPTA Transit Police will provide a private, confidential office space equipped with a dedicated phone line.

TLC will provide:
   – A laptop computer and equipment for EMDR therapy (light bars, headphones, tappers).
   – Access to SimplePractice, a HIPAA-compliant EMR system for telehealth sessions and documentation.
   – Access to Greenspace Health, a measurement-based care platform to administer assessments and track outcomes.

Find out more about the Licensed Mental Health Clinician position.

Full-Time Co-responding Counselor

The role of a Co-Responding Counselor in partnership with the Norristown Police Department in Norristown is a vital step in addressing a broad range of crises within the community.

By integrating skilled professionals into police response teams, this approach offers several benefits, including providing compassionate, proactive support for individuals experiencing mental health challenges, domestic violence, substance abuse issues, or other crises.

This partnership ensures that law enforcement is equipped with the expertise necessary to manage these situations effectively while connecting individuals and families with the resources they need to achieve stability.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Provide Crisis Intervention: Respond alongside law enforcement (or follow up after the scene has been deemed safe) to calls involving mental health crises, domestic violence, substance abuse, and other non-criminal matters. Use de-escalation and assessment skills to manage crisis situations, reduce risk, and stabilize individuals in distress.
• Conduct On-Site Assessments: Perform evaluations in the field to determine individuals’ needs—whether mental health, safety, or substance abuse-related—and recommend appropriate interventions, including referrals to services, hospitalization, or other supports.
• Facilitate Connections to Community Resources: Act as a bridge between law enforcement and local agencies, connecting individuals and families to long-term support, community-based resources, and social services to promote stability and reduce repeat encounters with law enforcement.
• Case Management and Follow-Up: Provide ongoing case management as needed to ensure individuals and families successfully engage with referred resources, addressing any barriers to accessing services.
• Collaborate with Law Enforcement and Community Partners: Work closely with officers, social service agencies, and community organizations to develop and implement strategies for addressing complex crises.
• Document and Evaluate Interventions: Maintain clear and accurate records of all interactions, assessments, and follow-up activities to support continuity of care and inform program evaluation efforts.

Skills & Knowledge:
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively on a multi-treatment team.
• Proficient in crisis intervention strategies.
• Knowledge of and ability to access community resources.

Education & Experience:
• Education: Master’s degree preferred, preferably in counseling or social work.
• Crisis Intervention Experience recommended.
• Requirement to obtain and maintain CJIS clearance.

Find out more about the Full-Time Co-responding Counselor position.

Outpatient Therapist

As an Outpatient Therapist at TLC Wellness in Audubon, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy services to individuals, families, and children across a range of presenting concerns. Clinicians conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement therapeutic interventions that support meaningful clinical progress.

Clinicians who are thoughtful, curious, and committed to continued professional growth are valued.

As the practice grows, there is an opportunity for the right clinician to help develop specialized programming in this area, including groups, community partnerships, and expanded clinical services.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments and clinical evaluations.
• Develop individualized, measurable treatment plans based on client goals and clinical
presentation.
• Provide evidence-based therapy interventions tailored to client needs.
• Maintain a consistent outpatient caseload • Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions as clinically indicated.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and
ethical standards.
• Provide psychoeducation to clients and families to support treatment progress.
• Collaborate with other providers, schools, and community partners when appropriate.
• Participate in team consultation and professional development opportunities.

Specialty Opportunity – First Responder Mental Health

TLC Wellness is interested in expanding services for first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, EMS personnel, and other public safety professionals. Clinicians with experience or specialized training in this population are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Providing outpatient therapy for first responders experiencing trauma, burnout, anxiety, depression, and occupational stress.

• Utilizing trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches (e.g., CBT, EMDR, exposure-based work) tailored to high-stress professions.
• Helping shape the future structure of first responder services within TLC Wellness.
• Building relationships with local departments, unions, and community organizations.
• Assisting in the development of specialty programming, workshops, or support groups for first responders.

What TLC Wellness Offers

• A mission-driven environment focused on meaningful clinical work.
• Supportive leadership that values clinician input and professional autonomy.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Administrative support for credentialing, billing, and insurance processes.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities to contribute to program development and specialty services.
• Non-profit status allowing eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• A collaborative, supportive team culture.

Skills and Professional Qualities

• Strong clinical judgment and ability to apply evidence-based interventions.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Comfort working independently while collaborating with a team.
• Commitment to ethical practice and continued professional development.

Education and Licensure Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active and unrestricted Pennsylvania clinical license required (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT).
• Experience providing outpatient psychotherapy services.
• Familiarity with behavioral health assessment and treatment planning.

Compensation

• Salaried position with benefits; Option of fee-for-service hourly rate.
• Productivity expectation: Approximately 28 completed clinical sessions per week for full-time caseload.
• Opportunities for additional compensation may be available for clinicians who exceed standard productivity expectations.

Work Environment

• Outpatient office setting with telehealth flexibility.
• Opportunities to participate in community outreach, presentations, and partnerships.

Find out more about the Outpatient Therapist position.