Trauma Therapist

332e240d-54c7-42fa-b9a8-726e156620ce•Cleveland, OH

11h•$50,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Trauma Therapist provides program and administrative services for Journey Center for Safety and Healing, including individual, group, and telehealth therapy for adult victims of child abuse and/or domestic violence. The position also supports education, referrals, helpline services, community training, recordkeeping, supervision, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The therapist is expected to uphold the organization’s mission, values, and goals, complete required orientation and training, and take on additional responsibilities or projects as needed. Duties may be reviewed or changed in response to agency needs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling.
LISW or PCC licensure.
Experience providing individual therapy to adults.
Knowledge and use of various evidence-based treatment and education methodologies.
Ability to write required reports and materials and willingness to participate in a team process.
Must continue to meet educational and/or licensure requirements.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Valid Ohio driver’s license with appropriate insurance coverage, and ability to maintain an appropriate driving record.
Advanced interviewing skills.
Ability to identify consumer needs and develop an ISP to address those needs.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to recognize symptoms of mental illness and trauma.
Respect for client rights and confidentiality.
Sensitivity to working with diverse cultures and language abilities.
Computer skills in word processing, database management, email, fax, and Windows applications.
Commitment to child abuse and domestic violence prevention.
Thorough knowledge of rules, regulations, functions, procedures, organization, and policies governing Journey Center for Safety and Healing.
Experience in and commitment to building and supporting trauma-informed organizations.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude and incorporate Journey Center’s values into assigned duties.
Ability to communicate consistently with others in person, electronically, or by phone.
Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

Provide mental health services, including diagnostic assessments and individual, group, and telehealth behavioral health therapy.
Conduct education programs for clients.
Provide information, referral, and helpline services.
Participate in education and training programs and workshops for community organizations.
Maintain program and case records.
Maintain current licensure in Ohio.
Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and group and individual supervision.
Represent Journey Center for Safety and Healing in public speaking engagements, education, and training programs.
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings as needed.
Respect, understand, and promote Journey Center’s mission, values, and goals.
Complete agency orientation and training to meet job requirements.
Assume additional responsibilities and perform special projects as needed or directed.