What are the responsibilities and job description for the Homebuilders Therapist position at Cray Youth and Family Services?
There is a full time opening for a Homebuilders Therapist.
- Provide Intensive Family Preservation Services using the HOMEBUILDERS model, including crisis intervention, counseling, skill building, concrete services, and advocacy.
- Serve 2-3 families at a time whose children are at imminent risk of out-of-home placement, or who are in placement and cannot be reunified without intensive in-home services.
- Serve an average of 18-22 families per year.
- Travel to client homes and other locations, as well as, appropriate transport to as needed.
- Meet with families 3-5 times a week, approximately 8-10 hours per week, over a 4-6 week period.
- Maintain a flexible workweek, scheduling sessions at times that are convenient for families, and when problems are likely to occur, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Be available to families 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Carry a cell phone for 24/7 availability.
- Accept referrals 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Complete client intake sessions within 24 hours of referral. Confirm client eligibility for service within 72 hours of intake.
- Attend trainings, staff meetings and seminars as required.
- Attends formal supervision and consultation weekly.
- Attend court hearings as required.
Requirements:
- Master's Degree in a Counseling Related Field
- Act 33/34 and FBI clearances
- Valid PA drivers license and acceptable driving record required
EOE
Please submit a letter of interest to Jennifer Croach at: homebuilders@crayyouth.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000