ACTP Therapist

DELAWARE GUIDANCE SERVICES FOR CHILDREN•Seaford, DE

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Advanced Clinical Training Program (ACTP) Clinician is a Graduate level (Master’s level) clinician responsible for providing clinical behavioral health services to children and families. Clinicians in this program further develop therapeutic skills, build core clinical competencies, and have the opportunity to practice these skills and competencies in a family-based child guidance setting. Clinicians provide therapeutic services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinician while earning their required hours toward licensure.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in a discipline eligible for licensing as a Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor of Mental Health, Marriage and Family Therapist , or Psychologist
Eligible for clinical licensure in the State of Delaware
Knowledge and application of therapeutic interventions
Excellent clinical Judgment, decision making, and problem solving
Effective Practice Management
Adaptability/continuous improvement
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
May be requested to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Nice To Haves

Two years relevant full-time post graduate experience working with children and families
Bilingual

Responsibilities

Attends and actively engages in core ACTP training sessions in accordance with ACTP onset date
Provides evaluative, diagnostic, and psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families
Conceptualizes course of treatment inclusive of appropriate modalities, interventions, frequency and duration of clinical services
Assesses clients’ needs and risks by utilizing crisis intervention skills and/or services
Applies knowledge related to developmental factors, family and community systems in order to develop and implement treatment planning
Maintains an assigned caseload in compliance with agency standards related to direct clinical care
Demonstrates comprehensive skills in providing evaluation, diagnosis, and therapeutic services to build resilience in children, adolescents, adults, and families
Provides feedback and suggestions for program improvement
Engages and collaborates with community resources, makes appropriate referrals, and consults with other agencies on behalf of clients
Collaborates with school staff regarding behavioral health services for students
Completes required documentation for clinical records within established timeframes.
Meets regularly with supervisor(s)
Participates in relevant professional development and learning activities
Adheres to professional code of ethics and conduct
Communicates effectively and professionally with all stakeholders
Demonstrates continuous commitment to DGS’ core values