Therapist (LSW or LPC)

Job Details

Therapist (LSW or LPC)

Compensation : $55,000 + $2500 Bonus!

Therapists with National Youth Advocate Program work as part of an integral service team. In this role, you will deliver Mental and Behavioral Health Services to adolescents, youth and children, as well as their families, who have been identified by public and private referrals and outside agencies.

Referral sources may include County and non-County Agencies, self-referrals, schools, and healthcare providers.

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, you will work closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing counseling or therapy, advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Working at NYAP

• 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• Half-day Fridays throughout the summer
• Excellent Compensation
• Competitive productivity requirements
• Productivity Bonus
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Retirement Matching (401K)
• Supervision Hours (for staff working on Independent Licensure)
• Flexible Hours
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Phone Allowance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• CEU’s and ongoing trainings / education

Responsibilities

Provides individual, group, and family mental health therapy, case management, transportation, and other professional services to clients served

Coordinate and monitor services for the youth and family in the community mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.

Regularly reviews and modifies youth-based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.

Establishes and maintains strong relationship with adolescents, youth and children as well as assigned foster parents and families of origin.

Assists in family reunification and / or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan.

Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.

LSW or LPC required

Experience in providing both individual and family therapy preferred

Experience working in direct service with youth and families preferred.

Experience with TF-CBT preferred

You have good computer and technology skills

Must be willing to accept other job duties as assigned

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000 / $300,000 bodily injury liability

Apply today!

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Our organization was established in Ohio and is now in 10 states. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision, 401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off.

If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.