YMCA YFS Mental Health Therapist
About The Position
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization with a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. YMCA Youth & Family Services is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated clinician to join its mission to promote strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) will become part of a highly skilled team of professionals making a difference by working with youths and families in the community to remove barriers to mental health treatment. This is a 12-month, school-based position working within Montgomery County Public Schools, serving elementary, middle, or high school-aged youth. Clinicians work closely with educators, guidance counselors, school social workers, community providers, and other YMCA staff to provide optimal care and treatment for the youth and families. The MHT works within a team of providers to support families.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or marriage and family therapy
- Current Maryland licensure as LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, LGMFT, LCMFT or Psych Associate
- Knowledge of evidence-based models of treatment (i.e. CBT, DBT, Child Centered Play Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, etc.)
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct clinical evaluation, bio-psycho-social assessments, diagnostic impressions/diagnoses and treatment planning
- Provide individual, family and group counseling to a caseload of 19-21
- Provide crisis intervention as needed to youth
- Lead or co-lead psycho-educational, developmental and therapy groups (child, teen and parent)
- Provide classroom observations when indicated
- Consult with parents, school staff, and medical providers regarding child’s progress
- Attend school and parent meetings as needed (IEP, 504, EMT/ARD/suspension, etc.)
- Offer appropriate assistance during crises
- Support the YMCA Cause of strengthening community through participation in Y sponsored events, trainings, and meetings throughout the region
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Benefits (health, vision, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance)
- Free YMCA full membership for employee and family
- Liability Insurance paid by employer
- Continuing Education (CEUs) paid by employer
- Weekly supervision for licensure paid by employer
- Manageable caseload (19-21)
- Regular clinical and team meetings for collaboration and support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
