Foster Care Therapist
Clarvida•Memphis, TN
About The Position
The Foster Care Therapist provides approved therapeutic interventions to clients and families to support identified behavioral and emotional changes. The role also assists with case coordination and resource linkage for clients and involved parties, including family members, DCS, court personnel, and non-relative supports. The therapist works closely with families needing guidance and support while promoting positive outcomes for children and families involved in foster care services. Services may be provided across multiple locations, and hours must be flexible to meet program needs.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a discipline allowing mental health licensure in Tennessee.
- CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification before working with clients.
- Thorough knowledge of child development and therapeutic interventions.
- Experience working with families in need of support and direction.
- Ability to work flexible hours based on program needs.
- Ability to work across multiple service locations.
Responsibilities
- Provide approved therapeutic interventions to clients and families.
- Assist with case coordination and resource linkage for clients and involved parties.
- Collaborate with family members, DCS, court personnel, and community supports.
- Maintain thorough documentation and case records.
- Use knowledge of child development and therapeutic interventions to support treatment goals.
- Support families requiring structure, guidance, and behavioral support.
- Work flexible hours consistent with program needs.
- Provide services across multiple locations as required.
- Maintain CPR and First Aid certification requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid vacation days that increase with tenure.
- Separate sick leave that rolls over annually.
- Up to 10 paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- DailyPay access to earnings before payday.
- Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements.
- 401(k).
- Free licensure supervision.
- Pet insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment through Perks @ Clarvida.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Cellphone stipend.
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