Community Based Therapist (LSW or LPC)

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM•New Philadelphia, OH

1d•$62,000 - $62,000

About The Position

Community Based Therapist: Tuscarawas/Carroll County (LSW, LISW or LPC, LPCC) Compensation: $62,000/year Are you ready to transform lives and make a lasting impact? At National Youth Advocate Program, our community-based therapists are the heart of our mission! Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works directly in communities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position works closely with youth, families, foster parents, and community partners, providing counseling or therapy, advocacy, and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.
A valid professional license as required and acceptable by state or contact regulations (LSW, LISW or LPC, LPCC).
A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of families of origin, and persons served.
Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Responsibilities

Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding establish outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.
Travels daily, to provide community-based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
Completes all required trainings in a timely manner.
Coordinates and monitors services for the youth and family in the community, including but not limited to, mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.
Regularly reviews and modifies youth-based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.
Establishes and maintains strong relationship with assigned foster parents and families of origin.
Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth's primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth's case plan.
Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.
Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds.
Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
Actively participates in the weekly supervision process.

Benefits

Generous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Friday’s during the summer!
Health and Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family; Paid Parental leave
Professional Growth: CEU’s, ongoing training/education, student loan repayment program, and supervision hours
And So Much More: 401K and 401K Matching flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, phone allowance

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