What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intenstive In-Home Services Therapist position at GATEWAY?
Gateway seeks a skilled, organized, energetic, customer service-oriented and committed professional for a Therapist position in our Intensive In-Home Services program. This position offers rewarding opportunities to be a game changer for children and families in a supportive learning environment that helps our staff develop their skills and abilities to the highest levels. Therapist will provide therapeutic intervention and skills based teaching to the families on their caseload.
The mission of the Therapist in Gateway’s Intensive In-Home Services program is to provide intensive in-home therapy services to at risk families. The goal is to protect children while safely keeping families together. Therapy and services are provided in family homes, utilizing a highly successful teaching and coaching curriculum and evidence-based, trauma informed interventions. Gateway is Alabama’s leading provider of IIHS since we began this service in 1995.
Qualifications:Master’s degree in social work or Counseling required. Must possess or be eligible for LMSW (Licensed Master’s Social Worker) or ALC (Associate Licensed Counselor) credentials. LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) or LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) preferred. One year of experience in child welfare preferred. Good written and verbal skills. Skilled with engaging families and building on their strengths to successfully and safely care for their children. Proficient with Electronic Health Record, email, and Microsoft Office. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Reliable transportation, ability to deliver in-home services and therapy in assigned counties, and driving record and insurance as required by Gateway’s insurer.
Gateway offers a competitive salary, mileage reimbursement at the maximum Federal rate, generous leave time, comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) match, excellent supervision and skills training, and seeks to promote from within. Gateway hires the best people, because the children and families we serve deserve nothing less. Our team is a hardworking, ethical, diverse and courageous workforce of champions. We are game changers, leaders and innovators, dedicated to building strong families and stronger communities. Each team member is an exemplary professional and role model, working at the highest levels of quality, integrity, cultural competence, safety and enthusiasm. Our unique strengths combine in Gateway’s collaborative environment to produce world-class outcomes for those we serve.