Crossroads Therapist

Applewood Centers•Lorain, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Crossroads Therapist is tasked with identifying, assessing, and treating young men and women who are referred to the Crossroads Program on the Lorain County Detention campus. The Therapist will be responsible for clinically assessing and diagnosing individuals referred to the program as well as conducting counseling interventions with clients and families both at the center and in the home/community to meet the needs of the youth and families we serve. The Crossroads Therapist reports to the Division Director of Youth Justice Services. This position reports to an off-campus location. The Crossroads Therapist is expected to maintain appropriate professional and clinical boundaries in a community based setting.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work or Clinical Mental Health Counseling required.
Valid Ohio LSW, LPC required.
Strong clinical skills including expertise in crisis intervention, diagnosis/diagnostic assessment, clinical service referrals, brief mental health counseling, trauma informed care, family systems theory and motivational interviewing.
Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
Possesses skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
Communicates clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
Adheres to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
Functions effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
Recognizes problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
A valid driver's license with approved driving record(less than 6 points), personal transportation and insurance, if required to drive on behalf of the agency.

Nice To Haves

SUD/ co-occurring treatment experience preferred.
LISW or LPCC preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide high quality, detailed and in depth bio/psycho/social and/or chemical dependency assessment for youth referred to program.
Meet or exceed productivity targets as well as collect outcomes measures/data at designated reporting periods, including intake and discharge.
Gather information for ongoing treatment needs and goals and prepare detailed recommendations for clients upon stepdown from the program.
Assessment, development of treatment goals and interventions, implementation of interventions, and identification and targeting of barriers to treatment progress.
Develop comprehensive, diagnostic case conceptualization as well as focused, measurable and achievable service plans that are consistent with the client's identified needs and cultural assessment-cultivating and maintaining professional alignment and engagement with families.
Appropriately articulate and present clinical findings, therapeutic goals/targets, and recommendations to clients, families and court staff in a professional manner.
Form and maintain collaborative working relationships with collateral professionals, court staff and/or agencies concerning individual cases.
Develop and maintain the clinical record through timely and legible completion of assigned documentation according to applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
Close cases in a timely manner, accurately completing aftercare plans and related paperwork, including treatment summaries, based on goal achievement and/or agency policy/procedure.
Attend weekly team meetings and supervisions on time and as scheduled. Be open to feedback and suggestion from others, be prepared for meetings, actively participate as a supportive team member, and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers and Crossroads program staff.
Actively and consistently participate in trainings.
Submit all necessary documentation and reports within contractual deadlines.
Has/maintains a good on-time and attendance record.
Maintain awareness of industry trends and professional knowledge by attending agency training, maintaining continuing education standards and reviewing professional publications.
Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training as required
Maintain trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards
Maintain necessary documentation and oversight of client clinical record
Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client’s treatment. All client-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Salary range: $52,000 - $56,000 depending on relevant education, experience, and licensure.
Annual CEU reimbursement
Monthly cell-phone allowance
Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including flat rate options.
Wellness program including free preventative care
Generous paid time off and holidays
50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MSW programs
403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
Pet insurance
Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Support for continuing education and credential renewal
Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care