Therapist/Clinician

DePaul Community Resources•Forest, VA

4d•$25 - $27

About The Position

DePaul Community Resources is seeking a part-time Therapist/Clinician in the Lynchburg office. Clinician II provides therapeutic interventions and service coordination for families with at-risk children in the home, community, or office setting. This position offers theory-based individual and family counseling/therapy to adults, children, and families, including those involved in foster care, independent living, and adoption programs. Clinician II also provides Intensive In-Home, Intensive Care Coordination, Therapeutic Mentoring, Family Engagement, and Outpatient Counseling services.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Office and records administration techniques and procedures
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Sharepoint, Teams, and virtual meeting applications such as Zoom, WebEx, Google Meet
DePaul's policies, procedures, and standard practices and the rules and guidelines established by regulatory and governing agencies
Relevant policies, procedures, and strategies to promote the safety and protection of people, data, and property
Knowledge of methodologies and resources used to assess the needs of the listener or audience to share information or engage in ongoing communication
Skill/Ability to: Developing and maintaining professional working relationships and boundaries with individuals served, coworkers, community partners, and business associates
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Managing multiple priorities and completing assignments on time, accurately, and with attention to detail
Verbal and written communication and body language that conveys information, ideas, or inquiries effectively and concisely that purveys professional composure, emotional intelligence, thoughtfulness, patience, and respect amidst change, ambiguity, and within the daily trajectories of work
Using standard office equipment such as telephone, calculator, printer, scanner, cellular phone, tablet, laptop, postage machine, shredder
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Collecting and analyzing data
Managing multiple priorities and completing assignments on time, accurately, and with attention to detail
Developing and maintaining professional working relationships and appropriate boundaries with individuals served, coworkers, community partners, and business associates
Work collaboratively within a team environment and build strategic relations with community partners, coworkers, management, and business associates
Communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Make arithmetical computations and tabulations
Operate a personal computer with a general understanding of MS Office Suites, virtual meeting software, the Internet, and department or program-specific software
Develop objectives, evaluate effectiveness, and assess the needs of individuals served
Analyze and prepare concise and accurate documents, reports, and correspondence
Effectively market the programs and services of the department
Train others
Assist with the general upkeep and cleaning of office areas and agency vehicles
Exercise sound judgment and critical thinking in decision-making and solving various work-related situations
Learn policies, procedures, and guidelines established by DePaul, professional organizations, governing agencies, and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility
Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
Demonstrate self-awareness, ongoing self-evaluation, and a commitment to being part of a diverse, equitable, respectful, and inclusive workplace where all people are valued
Demonstrate professional composure in difficult and stressful situations
Demonstrate the FIRST (fairness, integrity, respect, safety, trust) values in the daily trajectories of work
Demonstrate professionalism regarding access to sensitive and confidential information related to employees, clients, and business records with no disclosure to others without needing to know.
A Masters degree and two years experience working with youth and family.

Responsibilities

Complete comprehensive assessment addressing behavioral, developmental, and psychosocial needs of children and families.
Develop and implement Individualized Treatment Plans.
Request and maintain current authorizations from insurance carriers.
Provide counseling and therapy based on client needs.
Facilitate and maintain a positive relationship with referral sources and community resources.
Meet all reporting requirements as mandated by program funding sources.
Pursue professional development as outlined by the applicable licensure board
Meet all program and organization reporting and paperwork deadline requirements.
Perform other duties as may be assigned by Program Director or Supervisor
Seek consultation and supervision from other clinicians or supervisors within their community.
Participate in supervision with Clinical Supervisor, staff meetings, and training events.
Maintain documentation regarding service provision
Attend assigned meetings, including Family Assessment Planning Team (FAPT), Individual Education Plan, and staff meetings
Implement interventions using an appropriate theoretical framework based on client needs.
Coordinate services and provide crisis intervention as appropriate
Utilize Attachment Parenting principles and Trauma-informed Care concepts
Provide supportive counseling to children and families