Child and Adolescent In Home Therapist - 000AX - Per diem
About The Position
The Per Diem Other Licensed Practitioner (OLP) provides specialized, community-based clinical services to youth ages 5–21 and their families within the Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) framework. The role includes comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, direct psychotherapy, and the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans. Services may include individual and family therapy tailored to each child’s needs and circumstances. The therapist applies knowledge of childhood psychiatric disorders, development, trauma impacts, and effects on social and occupational functioning. The position uses evidence-based interventions, supports self-regulation across home, school, and community settings, and collaborates with families, natural supports, and other stakeholders. It also includes crisis prevention and follow-up, psychoeducation, parenting skills training, and culturally responsive care. The role requires accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, compliance with regulatory and organizational policies, participation in supervision, team meetings, and training, and maintaining required direct service units. The employee must schedule client visits, submit weekly schedules and mileage, accurately record hours in Paycom, and transport youth using a personal vehicle when needed. The employee must have access to a personal vehicle throughout the workday and submit proof of auto insurance before its expiration.
Requirements
- Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, or equivalent).
- At least one year of experience working with children diagnosed with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) and their families.
- Valid New York State driver’s license with a clean record.
- Reliable, insured transportation and access to a personal vehicle throughout the workday.
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Complete initial and ongoing assessments, establish diagnoses, identify strengths and needs, and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide age-appropriate individual and family psychotherapy using evidence-based approaches.
- Apply strategies that support cognitive, behavioral, and emotional self-regulation in home, school, and community settings.
- Develop safety and alert plans; provide crisis prevention and post-crisis debriefing; and address family dynamics to reduce future crises.
- Work with families and natural supports to reinforce treatment goals and create a supportive environment.
- Provide psychoeducation, parenting skills training, and strategies to strengthen child–family relationships.
- Incorporate cultural norms and strengths through a non-judgmental, inclusive approach.
- Maintain accurate, timely records in the Electronic Health Record (Avatar) and comply with regulatory standards.
- Build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and participate in CFTSS team meetings and training.
- Participate in regular supervision and professional development.
- Follow organizational policies, including HR, time management, and operational procedures.
- Complete Mandated Reporter Training and follow confidentiality laws and guidelines.
- Track paperwork due dates and submit materials by assigned deadlines.
- Recognize and report suspected or known child abuse and report potential youth high-risk behaviors or concerns to a supervisor.
- Follow incident reporting guidelines and agency safety protocols.
- Maintain required Direct Service Units, schedule client visits, and monitor weekly Direct Service Units.
- Participate in scheduled supervision and submit a weekly schedule to the supervisor, reporting schedule changes as they occur.
- Use Paycom to record accurate hours worked and track and submit mileage.
- Participate in division-wide trainings, staff events, and program meetings; attend workshops, conferences, and OMH trainings.
- Transport youth with a personal vehicle as needed and maintain access to a personal vehicle throughout the workday.
- Submit an auto insurance policy before its expiration date.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
