FCI Trauma Therapist

Sandy City

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a Police Lieutenant and/or Family Crimes Unit Coordinator, the Trauma Therapist serves the Police Department by working with children and adults who have been victims of domestic violence and their families. This role involves coordinating services and assisting individuals through the court process.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, professional counseling or related field
• Must be certified and clinically licensed OR a Clinical Social Worker (CSW), Certified Professional Counselor Intern (CPCI) or Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (MFTI) within three months of obtaining licensure (with a supervisor willing to continue supervision once hired) in one of the following: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) or other equivalent
• Must maintain licensure by following all of the NASW (National Association of Social Work) guidelines and complete 40 hours of continuing education for each two-year cycle
• Must possess a valid Utah Driver’s License
• Knowledge of social casework principles
• Knowledge of family therapy methods, principles and techniques
• Knowledge of individual therapy methods, principles and techniques
• Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and techniques
• Knowledge of human development, behavior and adolescent development principles
• Knowledge of domestic violence dynamics, resources and basic laws
• Knowledge of emotional, personality and substance abuse disorders
• Knowledge of public relations and communication skills
• Knowledge of community resources and agencies
• Knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, vocabulary and principles of basic computer use
• Great responsibility for making decisions which may impact the activities and lives of juveniles and their families
• The use of discretion and independent judgment
• Complying with codes of professional ethics
• Strictly follow agency policies, procedures and code of conduct
• Working credibly with confidential records and information
• Must pass drug test before hire

Nice To Haves

• Some Domestic Violence Counseling experience

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Trauma Therapist to the Police Department
• Work with children and adults who have been victims of domestic violence and their families
• Coordinate services for victims and their families
• Assist individuals through the court process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees