Clinical Specialist - Therapist

Job Title: Therapist 

Job Type: Direct Care Staff 

Position Reports to: Clinical Services Coordinator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide therapeutic counseling services for youth, and their families when indicated, in order to resolve issues and conflicts related to their immediate crisis situations, with the opportunity for on-going supportive counseling services. These services must be rendered to youth and families in a culturally competent manner according to CHF Mission, Principles, and Core Values.

Responsible for active participation in case management program functions and establishing effective work relationships with direct care and support staff, to ensure that all therapeutic counseling activities are appropriately coordinated with case planning, plan implementation, discharge, and aftercare.

Responsible for service provision and oversight of a grant funded project to provide screening, therapeutic interventions, and crisis counseling. This includes accurate documentation in progress notes, gathering data, recording, analyzing, and compiling information in an accurate, understandable, and timely manner. Monthly and quarterly reporting of a summary of the grant data is required.

Provide individual and group therapeutic services for residents. Facilitate the completion of psychosocial assessments to youth after intake to assist with providing an appropriate treatment recommendation. 

Provide additional support service to program activities, such as special group sessions and/or assistance in identifying appropriate client resources and making referrals.

Provide staff coverage and support within the Clinical Services department and elsewhere, when indicated by supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:   Master’s Degree in a clinical discipline, Florida State license preferred, Registered Intern required or Master's Degree in a clinical discipline and  must be able to become a Registered Intern within 90 days of employment.

EXPERIENCE:  Two years’ post-master’s experience preferred. One year experience in case management with adolescents and their families, with one-year supervisory experience desired. 

SCHEDULE:  Requires flexibility with a weekly work schedule to meet the needs of youth. This position has a schedule option of a five (5) day workweek or a four (4) day workweek, including Saturday. 

SKILLS:  Must be a self-starter and team player with the ability to work well with others. Must have demonstrated ability to maintain order and exercise appropriate judgement in crisis situations including the physical ability to intervene in critical or emergency situations. Knowledge of adolescent development and ability to build positive rapport with young people.  Excellent communication skills as demonstrated by concise, timely and professional correspondence, both written and verbal. Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to culturally diverse populations and computer literacy is required.

TRANSPORTATION: Must have a valid FL driver’s license and good driving record.     May need to transport clients/staff if required using agency transportation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work occasionally in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. on occasion, bend, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.  Some weekend/holiday work may be required.  

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:  This position does not perform supervisory duties but may be eligible to be trained as an intern supervisor after completion of probationary period.

EQUIPMENT USED: Must be able to utilize basic word processing, email, and internet programs. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.

Due to licensing requirements, Covenant House Florida applicants will not be permitted to begin employment service until they have been cleared by a Florida and national criminal background search. All applicants for employment will be responsible for the cost associated with instituting background checks and will be eligible for reimbursement after 90 days of service. 

Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at Covenant House Florida. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital/parental status, political affiliation, citizenship, disability, genetic information, veteran/ military status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law.