Therapist I or II - Assertive Community Treatment (Iowa)

At Heartland Family Service, we are committed to building a culture that is trauma informed and values and celebrates diversity and inclusion. We believe this allows for better service delivery and innovation, as it encourages our employees to bring various experiences and uniqueness to the workplace. 

Trauma Informed Care is an approach to engaging people with histories of trauma that recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledges the role that trauma has played in their lives.  Trauma Informed Care also acknowledges the effects of working with trauma survivors on our workforce, and seeks to build collaborative and supportive working environments and relationships. 

If you believe in our mission of creating healthy families and communities, and like a fast pace, collaborative and team oriented environment, then Heartland Family Service is the agency for you.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Intense therapeutic responsibilities begin at this level.  Educational requirements are very specific.  Decision-making skills and problem-solving capabilities are critical.  Highly developed interpersonal skills and case management capabilities must be present.

Compensation: salary to be discussed upon interview
Work Schedule: Work Schedule: 40 hours per week (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related degree
• LMHP or LMHC preferred, LADC or CADC in addition is preferred
• Valid drivers license/ acceptable driving record

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• While working with a caseload of the highest degree of difficulty, demonstrates advanced clinical skills in diagnosis, intervention, formulation and implementation of treatment plan with the client’s input.
• *Maintains client clinical record with treatment plan, client progress and termination summary.
• *As a member of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program is accountable for responsibilities, etc. described in attached job description for ACT Team Member.
• Displays a courteous and caring attitude at all times to the clientele, volunteers, and visitors of the Agency.
• Cooperates and collaborates with program area staff, volunteers, and other Agency staff.
• *Is dependable and punctual regarding scheduling and attendance.
• Abides by all specific program and Agency procedures, policies, and requirements.
• Develops personal and program related skills through participation in internal and external training opportunities including printed material and audio and/or visual media.
• *Create, maintain and share as appropriate a dynamic self-care plan.
• * Strive to make connections between the agency and the larger community whenever possible in order to contribute to the agency’s ongoing fundraising and friend-raising efforts.
• * Essential functions of this job are to be performed on company physical work site or designated workspace.
• Performs other program related duties as assigned.

*DENOTES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS