Outpatient Therapist

Northwest Children's Home•Lewiston, ID

10d•$56,160 - $72,000

About The Position

We use evidence based practices to implement a trauma informed approach; creating a physically and emotionally safe environment, establishing trust and boundaries, empowering choice and fostering healthy relationships. Our agency recognizes that each person's experience is unique and provides services that promote recovery with an individualized approach. We are dedicated to our mission for the betterment of others, never ourselves. Collectively our employees, supporters, and volunteers are working to Build Brighter Futures.

Requirements

Minimum of master’s degree, clinical licensure preferred
Current licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) or licensed clinical social worker (LCSW)
OR licensed professional counselor (LPC) in clinical supervision plan (we provide a stipend for selection of clinical supervision of choice)
OR licensed master social worker (LMSW) in clinical supervision plan (we provide a stipend for selection of clinical supervision of choice)
Minimum of 21 years of age.
Valid state issued driver's license.
Legally authorized to work in the United States and provide verification.
Able to pass required Background Checks.
Within two months of hire date, completion of all required training per agency Training Policy 201.

Nice To Haves

Current LCPC or LCSW certification
One year experience in counseling individual, family and/or group therapy with evidence-based approaches.

Responsibilities

The Outpatient Clinical Therapist provides behavioral health services including comprehensive diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and individual, family, and group therapy for clients of Brighter Futures Outpatient Clinic.
This position will be expected to ensure continued viability with referral sources of the Northwest Children’s Home and Brighter Futures Outpatient Clinic. This will be done by maintaining positive, professional relations with all agents of our clientele.
Employs a multi-disciplinary team approach in the professional delivery of clinical services.
Provides specialized clinical therapy services supported by best practice and evidence based models.
Coordinates services with other clinic services as needed.
Organizes, coordinates, and participates with groups to develop support and service partnerships and expanded community options for clients and families.
Performs assessments, evaluations, observations and interviews using a variety of assessment tools to identify needs and formulate diagnostic impressions.
Develops treatment plans and recommends services and interventions.
Documents therapy progress and interventions used in therapy sessions in progress notes.
Provides direct counseling to individuals, families, and groups.
Provides services in good standing with all applicable licensing regulation and ethical standards.
Provides crisis intervention as assigned.