In Home Therapist (PT)

Coordinate the efforts of a multidisciplinary in-home treatment team to create and execute comprehensive treatment plans for children and their families.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assess the treatment needs of the family and child.
•  Provide in-home family and individual therapy to families based on the treatment plan.
•  Act as an advocate for the family.
•  Respond quickly and effectively to crises.
•  Document clinical activities and case progress promptly, thoroughly, and straightforwardly.
•  Present cases effectively in court, with staff, and at other meetings as needed.
•  Communicate clinical and other information about the family to team members, purchasers, and consultants effectively.
•  Complete discharge summaries promptly that clearly describe the course of treatment.
•  Maintain knowledge of community resources and access them when necessary.
•  Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education/Training: Master's degree in social work or counseling, emphasizing child, adolescent, and family therapy. License required. 

Skills: Demonstrable knowledge of normal and pathological child and adolescent development behavior. A proven ability to work with children and adolescents and their families. A demonstrable ability to guide and direct the treatment efforts of a multidisciplinary team toward a common treatment goal. Ability to manage a flexible schedule. Willingness to travel and some evening hours required.

Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and proof of 100,000/300,000 Bodily Injury Auto Liability Insurance and 100,000 Property Damage Auto Liability Insurance.  

JOB BENEFITS

• Community-based position
• $50 an hour for being fully licensed 
• $37 an hour for a training license
• 401k plan
• Casual dress
• Company-paid training
• Ongoing paid training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Employer

Keywords: Social Service, Human Services, Residential Counselor, Social Services, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Social Work, Child Welfare, Youth Advocate, Social Service Aide, Social Service Worker, Social and Human Service Assistant, Youth Worker, Human Service Worker