School Based Therapist (LSW or LPC): Genoa Area Local Schools

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM•Clay Township, OH

7d•$55,000 - $58,000•Onsite

About The Position

NYAP is seeking a full-time Therapist to join its School-Based Therapy Team at Genoa Area Local Schools in Genoa, Ohio. Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, the position works with youth, families, foster parents, and community partners to provide counseling or therapy, advocacy, and support that helps those served live safely and successfully in the community. The position provides community-based services and travels daily to serve youth and families. Compensation is $55,000–$58,000 per year.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or a comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
Valid professional license as required and acceptable under state or contract regulations.
Willingness to work flexible, non-traditional hours in service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
Ability to be flexible and responsive to youth, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
Ability to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
Demonstrated tolerance and respect for others’ ideas and actions.
Ability to work effectively and respectfully with people from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
Proficiency with desktop and laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, and word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
Valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and a good driving record.
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.

Nice To Haves

Two years of direct-service work experience with youth and families is strongly preferred.
Experience with TF-CBT is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support, represent, and advance the organization's mission, vision, and values.
Provide individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting established outcomes thresholds.
Travel daily to provide community-based services to and on behalf of youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Complete required documentation and training in a timely manner.
Meet established productivity thresholds.
Coordinate and monitor community services for youth and families, including mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.
Regularly review and modify youth-based plans to support progress toward written goals.
Establish and maintain relationships with assigned foster parents and families of origin.
Support family reunification or stabilization efforts consistent with the youth's case plan.
Provide safety assessments, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required.
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities monthly or quarterly.
Participate actively in weekly supervision.
Perform other duties as requested.