Outpatient Therapist I- Sexual Abuse Prevention
About The Position
The purpose of this position is to be responsible for direct provision of therapy, counseling and educational services within the scope of their licensure or certification within the Behavioral Health program. This position provides therapeutic services to individuals, couples, families, and groups and represents the Agency in the field. This position covers the Northeastern portion of Michigan, including but not limited to the counties around Cheboygan, Alpena, Gaylord, Iosco and Oscoda. The staff will provide services across the listed counties. Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach. CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling from an accredited college or university.
- State of Michigan certifications or licensure as specified per program.
- Ability to engage clients in treatment
- Ability to refer to community resources.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to make appropriate assessments and recommendations.
- Ability to address issues with a diverse client population.
- Ability to abide by NASW code of Ethics.
- Knowledge of direct counseling, therapeutic services and child welfare programs.
- Ability to work irregular work hours.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of three years experience in therapy or related experience is strongly preferred.
- Certification as a Sex Offender Treatment Specialist with the Forensic Training Institute is preferred.
- Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals and Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certificate of MCBAP CAADC Development Plan required if providing Substance Use Disorder Services.
- Bi-lingual; Spanish-Speaking individual is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides counseling, psycho-educational services, screenings and/or psychotherapy and diagnostic assessments per licensure capacity.
- Coordinates client services.
- Maintains client records.
- Participates in mental health and substance use Disorders development activities.
- Drives for Agency business.
Benefits
- $5,000 signing bonus- split between your first full paycheck and after your 9-month work anniversary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
