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PROJECT LAUNCH THERAPIST - Spanish Speaking Preferred

Jewish Family & Community Services, Inc.

Jacksonville, FL | Full Time

$61k-76k (estimate)

2 Months Ago

PROJECT LAUNCH THERAPIST - Spanish Speaking Preferred

$61k-76k (estimate)

Full Time | Social & Legal Services 2 Months Ago

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Jewish Family & Community Services, Inc. is Hiring a PROJECT LAUNCH THERAPIST - Spanish Speaking Preferred Near Jacksonville, FL

PROJECT LAUNCH THERAPIST

Full Time

Spanish Speaking Preferred

Salary $51K DOE

Job Summary:
Provides in-home, office and telehealth outpatient mental health assessment and counseling services, and provider education and consultation in the Project LAUNCH: JFCS High Risk Child(ren)/ Adult Family Program. The target population includes infants and children 0-8 and their parents/guardians/caregivers (families) referred for in-home abuse prevention and/or mental health, developmental or behavioral concerns who reside in Duval County and need services to stabilize their family, parent-child relationships, mental health or prevent entry into formal systems of care.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:

Masters’ Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:
Two years experience counseling children and families required; experience with the high-risk newborn and child population preferred. Therapists must have knowledge and skills in: Medicaid; in-home therapy; identification of abused/neglected children and adults; child development, individual and family functioning; substance abuse; postpartum/maternal depression; PTSD; working with hard to reach or resistant individuals/families; collaborating with other disciplines; skills in group dynamics and leading group discussions.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:
Licensed, or License Eligible, in State of Florida (Registered Intern, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT). Training/certification in Infant Mental Health, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and/or Child-Parent Psychotherapy preferred.

Primary Job Functions:

Provide in-home, in person, office or telehealth screenings, assessment and therapy to children (ages 0-8), adults and families.
Provide supportive case management to families on caseload to ensure the safety of children in the home and improve family well-being.
Maintain in home visitation with child, parent and siblings, including anyone in the family unit - minimum of one-hour weekly home visits/team meetings.
Complete assessments on children and families, providing recommendations for treatment and support for child and family members.
Works with all staff involved to ensure services support of the family's case plan.
Provide professional education and case consultation to providers involved in potential referrals to the program and client cases.
Maintain an electronic calendar of scheduled appointments.
Prepare reports & documentation in compliance with contractual terms.
Refer clients to appropriate community resources and organizations.
Maintain client files (including electronic records) to Medicaid and program standards.
Works cooperatively as part of a team.
Attend professional training required by JFCS.
Attend monthly staff meetings and one-on-one weekly supervision.
Participate in bi-annual YCW Steering Committee meetings.
Follow professional ethical guidelines.
Works cooperatively as a team.
Complete other duties as assigned.