Trauma Informed Care Specialist

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Company name: El Paso Child Guidance Center

Title of position: Trauma Informed Care Specialist

Position type: Full Time

Pay range: $ 21.63/hr

Location: 2701 Yandell

El Paso, Texas 79903

1 vacancy

Benefits

We offer our team -

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k)
• Generous paid time off, extended illness leave, and paid holidays
• Mental Health Hours
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
  
  

As well as company-paid benefits such as life insurance and short-term disability!

About Us

Aliviane Inc. is committed to providing treatment to members of our community who struggle with substance abuse. Through substance use and mental health services, education, and awareness we help people recover from addiction as they embrace their voice, discover their journey, and engage their community. The success of our mission is made possible by the skills and contributions of our diverse team. Become a part of a unique organization that is spearheading substance use treatment in Texas. Become a part of Aliviane!

Job Summary

The TIC (Trauma Informed Care) Specialist provides trauma-informed group and organizational-level mental health services on-site at Center and in community-based settings. Services provided through diverse prevention/intervention projects include engagement, macro-level assessment, groupwork, classes/workshops and trainings. TIC Specialist may also provide services to professionals and behavioral health service systems. 

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate TIC-related project activities within the Personalized Integrative (PI) Team on selected grants and contracts, as assigned, and during their project term. 
• Obtain certification in identified trauma-informed, evidence-based modalities and provide training on behalf of the Center. 
• Facilitate psychoeducational and support groups, inclusive of complementary, mind-body based groups, parenting groups, support groups for special populations, and professional resiliency groups. 
• Develop proficiency in mental health and trauma-informed training from Center e-library and provide community-based, virtual, and public-facing trainings.
• Provide training services on Center grants and contracts (i.e., project-specific) according to the needs, parameters, and requirements of the project during its period of implementation. 
• Perform basic administrative, service, and project-related tasks related to documentation, reporting, and tracking. 
• Maintain direct service and administrative records according to policies, procedures, and contract requirements. 
• Participate in continuing education to develop and refine practice knowledge and skills. 
• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of trauma-informed theories, practices, and principles by engaging in TIC-related training, self-directed learning, and professional development opportunities. 
• Perform community and/or outreach presentations to promote TIC efforts.
• Assist with all evaluation efforts specific to PI team, as assigned. Specific tasks may include recording data, entering and/or transferring data, preparing copies and/or electronic formats of survey instruments.
• Engage in research endeavors related to evidence-based and evidence-informed modalities. Demonstrate ability to read, understand, synthesize, and report on relevant content and findings.

• Maintain documentation of Center's status as Continuing Education Units (CEU) provider for Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
• Required/Preferred Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in or related field required; master's degree preferred.
• At least three years of experience in a related field and nonprofit sector.
  

Work Schedule

The work schedule is Standard from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Weekends as needed.