Therapist II-PRN

Grafton • Berryville, VA

2d

About The Position

Under general supervision, plans and implements therapeutic and counseling services and programs for assigned Grafton students. Assesses students’ cognitive, behavioral, social, and emotional needs and develops therapeutic goals and objectives for their IEPs. Develops and implements therapy plans, sessions, and activities to address identified goals. A licensed therapist also provides clinical supervision and direction to therapist interns and non-licensed therapists. The position reports to a Clinical Administrator.

The Therapist provides individual and group therapy, evaluates student progress, documents treatment and behavioral developments, and collaborates with supervisors, academic peers, treatment teams, families, guardians, and human services agencies. The role may include crisis response and on-call duties as assigned, staff training, participation in meetings and committees, and support for student transition plans.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or psychology.
• Two years of clinical experience providing counseling services and therapy.
• If working in Virginia, licensure as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be 19 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic and counseling services, including individual and group therapy, to assigned students.
• Assess students’ cognitive, behavioral, social, and emotional abilities and needs.
• Develop treatment plans and therapeutic goals and objectives, including goals and objectives for student IEPs.
• Plan therapy activities and prepare materials to address identified goals and develop students’ cognitive, social, and problem-solving skills.
• Collect and record behavioral and progress data from therapy sessions and activities.
• Evaluate student achievements and progress in therapeutic and behavioral programs.
• Document progress and behavioral developments in quarterly reports, discharge summaries, and annual reviews.
• Consult with supervisors, academic peers, and other Grafton staff about student treatment plans and needs.
• Coordinate instructional formats and management procedures with each student’s treatment team and overall treatment needs.
• Provide behavioral consultation and guidance to Grafton staff working with assigned students.
• Advocate for students and recommend, co-design, and help implement student transition plans.
• Review admissions packets and participate in pre-placement interviews.
• Provide clinical supervision to non-licensed therapists, help them develop licensure action plans, coordinate supervision hours with consulting psychologists, and ensure clinical accountability.
• Identify and obtain necessary supplies and equipment.
• Implement crisis intervention strategies as needed; document and report incidents according to policies and procedures.
• Serve as an on-call therapist when assigned and respond to student crises.
• Communicate with parents, guardians, and human services agencies about student progress, needs, and treatment plans.
• Participate in IEP meetings, staff meetings, committees, and other meetings.
• Provide program-related training to Grafton staff as requested.
• Provide input on policy and procedure design and attend conferences and workshops to stay current with professional trends and techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match of up to $2,500 annually.
• Education assistance of up to $5,250 annually, subject to working an average of 20 hours per week.
• Employee Assistance Program with five free sessions per year per family member and 24-hour emergency phone assistance.
• Referral bonus of $1,000 for referring new employees, with $500 paid upon hire and $500 after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level