CYFS Outpatient Clinician

NORTHEAST KINGDOM HUMAN SERVICES INC•Lyndonvile, VT

3d•$52,603 - $71,169•Onsite

About The Position

NKHS offers the opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a difference in your community. The NKHS Children's Department is seeking a compassionate and dedicated clinician to join our outpatient team serving children, youth, and families throughout the Northeast Kingdom. In this role, you'll help young people overcome challenges, build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and improve their overall emotional and mental well-being. The Children's Outpatient Clinician provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, individual and family therapy, crisis intervention, psychoeducation, documentation, and collaboration with schools, families, healthcare providers, and community partners to support positive outcomes for youth and families.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related human services field required
Vermont licensure eligible required
Experience working with children, youth, and families required
Strong communication, assessment, and clinical documentation skills

Nice To Haves

Licensure preferred
Experience supporting youth with emotional and behavioral challenges preferred
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment approaches preferred

Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based therapy to children, youth, and families
Complete assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, documentation, and progress notes
Support youth and families during crisis situations, including risk assessment and safety planning
Collaborate with schools, caregivers, medical providers, and community supports to coordinate care
Help youth build coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and long-term wellness