TFC-UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN CLINICIAN

Lutheran Services Carolinas•Columbia, SC

6d•$52,000 - $61,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinician will provide comprehensive clinical services to clients within their assigned program. This includes conducting intake assessments, providing individual and group counseling, and performing thorough assessments to determine client needs. The Clinician will also be responsible for linking clients to necessary resources and services to support their overall well-being. As part of the program team, the Clinician will participate in regular team meetings and collaborate with other professionals to ensure the delivery of high-quality care. Must be fluent in Spanish.

Requirements

Master’s degree in counseling, social work or related human service field.
Licensure preferred (LMSW, LISW, LPC, LMFT).
Three years clinical experience working with foster care children or with children who have mental health needs.
Knowledge and experience in treating traumatized people
Awareness and sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics o Knowledge of mental health diagnoses and experience diagnosing especially with children and adolescents
Knowledge of psychotropic medications
Knowledge of drug and alcohol related issues
Knowledge of sex trafficking issues
Strong oral and written communication skills
must excel in multi-tasking and have flexibility skills to meet the ever-changing needs of the client and program
Licensed or certified by state in a therapy related discipline (or in the process of becoming certified or licensed).
Must be fluent in Spanish.

Nice To Haves

Independently licensed to perform therapy
bilingual

Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, safe, supportive environment using a person-centered approach and trauma informed practices.
Provide individual and group counseling using evidenced based interventions and practices.
Complete screenings and assessments and assist in making referrals to appropriate services, as needed.
Assist in crisis de-escalation/resolution and debrief situations after incidents.
Contribute, collaborate, and participate in child and family team meetings as requested by DSS and any other interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate.
Contribute, collaborate, and participate in LSC team meetings.
Maintain progress notes and counseling notes in Extended Reach database in a timely manner.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and agency information.
Abide by licensing board requirements.
Adhere to all federal, state, and LSC policies and procedures.