Therapist

Miami Rescue Mission Inc•Miami, FL

9d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Caring Place (@Miami Rescue Mission & Broward Outreach Centers) is a leading provider of services to the homeless and needy of South Florida. We are looking for like-minded, dynamic individuals to come and join our team. The Caring Place provides emergency shelter, residential programs, job training, education & computer literacy classes, healthcare, transitional housing, permanent housing, employment opportunities for homeless men, women, and children as well as programs for “at-risk” youth. We are currently seeking a PT Therapist for our Broward Outreach Centers and The Caring Place Center for Men in Hollywood and Miami, FL.

Requirements

Requires a Master’s degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or a related field; CAP Certification preferred
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in social services or homelessness services is required
Must possess a thorough knowledge of the techniques and skills needed to assist clients with bio-psychosocial issues (assessments, treatment plans, referrals, discharges.)
Requires excellent written communication skills for updating files and preparing reports
Requires a demonstrated ability to facilitate individual, group therapy, and family counseling for a diverse population
Must be computer literate, have experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Nice To Haves

2 - 4 years of counseling and/or 1 - 2 years working with the homeless population preferred.

Responsibilities

Interviews residents, reviews records, and confers with other professionals to evaluate condition of residents
Ensures that each client is treated with dignity and respect
Maintains confidentiality of each client in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Observes residents to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior
Formulates a customized treatment plan for each resident, and coordinates plan with resident’s case manager
Plans and administers therapeutic treatment such as behavior modification and stress management therapy, to assist resident in controlling disorders. Changes method and degree of therapy depending on resident’s progress.
Discusses progress toward goals with resident such as controlling anger, substance abuse, or other life controlling problem
Networks with other agencies as needed
Monitors condition of residents to evaluate success of therapy.
Consults with residents’ case manager and other specialists concerning treatment plan and amends plan as directed
Conducts individual, group, and family counseling as needed and within the confines of the Broward Outreach Centers (BOC) program
Monitors and mentors student interns, as directed by Supervisor
Monitors and reviews notes/records of Interns to ensure quality and professionalism
Serves as liaison between Interns and their referring educational institution as instructed by the Behavioral Health Services Supervisor
Compiles and maintains confidential, current case notes for each client according to BOC and Affordable Care Act (ACA) standards
Compiles timely client statistics/outcomes for submission to Behavioral Health Services Supervisor
Assists with database management
Will lead and/or participate in devotions, prayers, or other ministry activities ex. outreach events
Must be in agreement with and sign The Caring Place Statement of Faith
Performs other related duties as assigned