Outpatient Therapist - Child & Adolescent

Outpatient Therapist - Child & Adolescent

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Detroit Metropolitan Area - Detroit, MI

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Graduate Degree

Job Shift

Any

Job Category

Health Care

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Outpatient Therapist - Child & Adolescent provides direct clinical and therapeutic services to the children, youth, families, and adult clients of Starfish Family Services. The position is part of a team that supports one another and constantly works to inspire an employee culture that reflects Starfish Family Services mission of strengthening families to create brighter futures for children.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, OR other related human services field required.

Current valid professional licensure / certification in the State of Michigan.

LLMSW

LMSW

LLPC

LPC

LLP

LLMFT

At least one year of experience in the assessment, diagnosing, and treatment of children and youth which may include intern, volunteer, and professional child and family services work is required.

At least one year experience with multiple major human service delivery systems (Department of Health and Human Services, public health, education, etc.) is preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Provide individual, group and family treatment to assigned clients with mental health and co- occurring disorders (developmental disabilities and / or substance abuse) while maintaining a caseload and weekly productivity expectations as determined by supervisor.

Maintain clinical charts in an accurate and timely manner to include, but not limited to assessments, treatment plans, and all other Michigan Department of Community Health chart requirements.

Actively collaborate with other Starfish Family Services departments to ensure clients are receiving appropriate services based on their level of care.

Maintain cooperative working relationships with educational, legal, health, social welfare, and mental health systems.

Participate in professional development activities, including in-service training, peer review, external workshops, and seminars, etc.

Adhere to all Starfish Family Services policies and procedures as it relates to documentation, training requirements, Community Mental Health guidelines, and confidentiality.

COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES :

Comprehensive therapeutic skills including assessment of children and adults, providing clinical services to groups and / or individuals, assisting clients in identifying and utilizing strengths to build treatment plans, and knowledge of developmental stages, and impact of trauma on development.

Ability to work flexible hours consistent with program needs (i.e., some evenings or weekend work is required).

Ability to demonstrate compassion and sensitivity, and to respect the privacy and special needs of our clients.

Development and implementation of Individualized Plan of Service utilizing Person Centered Planning.

Knowledge of theory and practice of individual, group and family systems treatment.

Competence in the delivery of crisis intervention services, and in brief and time-limited therapy.

Adequate knowledge and experience with technology / Telehealth services is preferred.

LICENSING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

• Valid driver’s license and / or reliable transportation.

Starfish Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE / M / F / D / V