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Lead Therapist
$219k-273k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Months Ago
CRISTO REY COMMUNITY CENTER is Hiring a Lead Therapist Near Lansing, MI
JOB SUMMARY
The Lead Therapist within the Children’s Home/Residential Treatment Program delivers clinical services encompassing individual, group, and family therapy. Additionally, they support case management efforts as necessary, aiming to stabilize, treat, and reintegrate clients into less restrictive living environments. Collaborating with the treatment team, the Lead Therapist offers consultation to foster a strength-based treatment environment.
Ensures compliance by maintaining clinical records and documentation as per contractual obligations. This role includes supervising and mentoring the therapy team while facilitating therapeutic programming.
Ensures compliance by maintaining clinical records and documentation as per contractual obligations. This role includes supervising and mentoring the therapy team while facilitating therapeutic programming.
AGENCY EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE
Supports Mission, Vision and values of agency.
Is sensitive to cultural diversity of colleagues and clients served.
Demonstrates ongoing professional growth and knowledge through training and experience.
Forges mutually respectful partnerships with persons served and their families to assist them in gaining skills and confidence to address the problems and issues they face.
Believes in the capacity of people to grow and change.
Adheres to the Diocese of Lansing’s Code of Ethics.
Supports Mission, Vision and values of agency.
Is sensitive to cultural diversity of colleagues and clients served.
Demonstrates ongoing professional growth and knowledge through training and experience.
Forges mutually respectful partnerships with persons served and their families to assist them in gaining skills and confidence to address the problems and issues they face.
Believes in the capacity of people to grow and change.
Adheres to the Diocese of Lansing’s Code of Ethics.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assess and evaluate children referred to the Children’s Home to determine their suitability for placement.
• Conduct initial evaluations for newly admitted children within 24 hours of placement.
• Deliver therapy and counseling services to individuals, families, and groups on a weekly basis.
• Assist in case management tasks including consulting with referral sources and other relevant contacts.
• Maintain regular communication with families and provide family therapy as outlined in the case plan.
• Prepare written assessments, develop client-centered treatment plans, and make service
recommendations promptly.
• Keep up-to-date clinical records for each client in compliance with contractual requirements.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate client and program needs.
• Submit progress reports after initial evaluations, addressing placement needs, progress, goals, and recommendations.
• Mentor student interns as a peer mentor.
• Adhere to professional associations' Code of Ethics regarding client treatment, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
• Attend court hearings related to children in care in coordination with Case Worker.
• Collaborate with the treatment team and external agencies such as DHHS and Division of Child Welfare Licensing.
• Ensure compliance with Children Protection Laws and guide staff on reporting requirements and filing CPS Reports.
• Participate in consultations, evaluations, and medication reviews with the Children’s Home Consulting Psychiatrist.
• Share responsibility for on-call emergency phone duties on a rotational basis.
• Assess and evaluate children referred to the Children’s Home to determine their suitability for placement.
• Conduct initial evaluations for newly admitted children within 24 hours of placement.
• Deliver therapy and counseling services to individuals, families, and groups on a weekly basis.
• Assist in case management tasks including consulting with referral sources and other relevant contacts.
• Maintain regular communication with families and provide family therapy as outlined in the case plan.
• Prepare written assessments, develop client-centered treatment plans, and make service
recommendations promptly.
• Keep up-to-date clinical records for each client in compliance with contractual requirements.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate client and program needs.
• Submit progress reports after initial evaluations, addressing placement needs, progress, goals, and recommendations.
• Mentor student interns as a peer mentor.
• Adhere to professional associations' Code of Ethics regarding client treatment, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
• Attend court hearings related to children in care in coordination with Case Worker.
• Collaborate with the treatment team and external agencies such as DHHS and Division of Child Welfare Licensing.
• Ensure compliance with Children Protection Laws and guide staff on reporting requirements and filing CPS Reports.
• Participate in consultations, evaluations, and medication reviews with the Children’s Home Consulting Psychiatrist.
• Share responsibility for on-call emergency phone duties on a rotational basis.
• Engage in case conferences, debriefings, family team meetings, weekly team meetings, and monthly trainings.
• Fulfill other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Clinical Director.
• Fulfill other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Clinical Director.
Competencies - To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Develops alternative solutions; Collaborates effectively in group settings; Maintains rationality in emotional situations.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult customer situations with empathy; Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets service requests and commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality and emotional control.
• Oral Communication - Communicates clearly and persuasively; Listens actively and responds effectively; Demonstrates strong presentation and meeting participation skills.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits for accuracy; Adapts writing style as needed; Proficient in reading and interpreting written information.
• Managing People - Accessible to staff; Enhances processes and services.
• Quality Management - Seeks to enhance and uphold quality standards; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Organizational Support - Adheres to policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks accurately and on time; Supports organizational goals and values.
• Judgment - Willing to make decisions; Demonstrates sound judgment; Supports decisions with reasoning; Involves appropriate individuals in decision-making; Makes timely decisions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work efficiently; Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Approaches others tactfully; Handles pressure well; Shows respect and consideration to all; Takes responsibility for actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Seeks ways to improve quality; Applies feedback for performance improvement; Monitors own work for quality assurance.
• Safety and Security - Adheres to safety and security protocols; Takes appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials correctly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently punctual and present at work; Ensures coverage for work responsibilities when absent; Arrives on time for meetings and appointments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions and management direction; Takes ownership of actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or communicates alternate plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Develops alternative solutions; Collaborates effectively in group settings; Maintains rationality in emotional situations.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult customer situations with empathy; Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets service requests and commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality and emotional control.
• Oral Communication - Communicates clearly and persuasively; Listens actively and responds effectively; Demonstrates strong presentation and meeting participation skills.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits for accuracy; Adapts writing style as needed; Proficient in reading and interpreting written information.
• Managing People - Accessible to staff; Enhances processes and services.
• Quality Management - Seeks to enhance and uphold quality standards; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Organizational Support - Adheres to policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks accurately and on time; Supports organizational goals and values.
• Judgment - Willing to make decisions; Demonstrates sound judgment; Supports decisions with reasoning; Involves appropriate individuals in decision-making; Makes timely decisions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work efficiently; Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Approaches others tactfully; Handles pressure well; Shows respect and consideration to all; Takes responsibility for actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Seeks ways to improve quality; Applies feedback for performance improvement; Monitors own work for quality assurance.
• Safety and Security - Adheres to safety and security protocols; Takes appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials correctly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently punctual and present at work; Ensures coverage for work responsibilities when absent; Arrives on time for meetings and appointments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions and management direction; Takes ownership of actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or communicates alternate plans.
Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/ Experience: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related fields. Michigan Master’s level mental health license (LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, etc.) required; therapy experience with children and families strongly preferred. Some casework with children required.
Registration, Licenses, Certifications or special training: A valid Michigan Driver License and access to reliable transportation.
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,
common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar
graphs.
common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar
graphs.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment; must include Word and skills in using the internet along with the ability to learn new programs.
Other Qualifications: Must be willing and able to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends as needed. Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License and have had no more than three moving violations in the last five years on their driving record. Must provide proof of auto insurance on that vehicle. Proof of liability coverage is required at the time of initial hire and then each time the policy is renewed thereafter. Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Comfortable handling potentially traumatic information and supporting individuals or families in crisis.
• Able to manage physically challenging situations, including restraining violent or self-abusive children for safety.
• Capable of standing and walking for up to 8 hours per shift.
• Quick and agile, with the ability to run if necessary.
• Job tasks include communication, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing, kneeling, listening, using hands for various tasks, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Work environment may involve discomfort to varying degrees.
• Driving required as part of daily duties.
• Comfortable handling potentially traumatic information and supporting individuals or families in crisis.
• Able to manage physically challenging situations, including restraining violent or self-abusive children for safety.
• Capable of standing and walking for up to 8 hours per shift.
• Quick and agile, with the ability to run if necessary.
• Job tasks include communication, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing, kneeling, listening, using hands for various tasks, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Work environment may involve discomfort to varying degrees.
• Driving required as part of daily duties.
Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be very loud at times.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$219k-273k (estimate)
POST DATE
03/29/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/28/2024
WEBSITE
cristo-rey.com
HEADQUARTERS
Lansing, MI
SIZE
25 - 50
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