PRN / Part-Time / Full Time Qualified Professional

Simply Teens Outpatient is hiring!

At Simply Teens Outpatient, our mission is to “Dare to Thrive, Not Just Survive.” This philosophy includes our passionate and driven team! We place a great emphasis on work-life balance and this is shown through our employee benefits. Woven throughout our supportive culture is connection, compassion, and curiosity. In 2020, our founder saw a much needed need for a teen trauma-trained and polyvagal theory based IOP in Apex and has been the community’s go-to for all things adolescent’s mental health since 2021. We train our IOP Program employees in the Safe and Sound Protocol, STARR Commonwealth Trauma Programs, Polyvagal Theory, Basic DBT Modality, and Resilience Based Therapies.

Position Overview: Qualified Professional (QP)

Simply Teens Outpatient is currently seeking a part time PRN/Qualified Professional (QP) with experience working with teens and families to support our clinical team. This role works closely with licensed therapists and the Clinical Director to assist with day-to-day program operations, group facilitation, and client support within our adolescent programming. This position will be an as needed position with a minimum of 3 working days per month.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about adolescent mental health who thrive in a team-based, trauma-informed environment.

Our values:

• Communication & Teamwork: We have a strong belief in “Clear is kind” philosophy when communicating with one another and clients while being supportive of one another.
• Inclusivity & Safety: We are a LGBTQ affirming, neurodivergent friendly program that looks to have everyone feel seen, heard, and validated.
• Community: As human beings we are wired for connection and we know our best healing occurs in community. And, we constantly look to build those connections in all that we do.
• Honesty & Accountability - We take ownership of our words and actions at all times.
• Curiosity: As a trauma trained facility, we approach all things with curiosity when looking for solutions or understanding.

Why choose us:

• $22 per hour with opportunity for full time employment
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment
• Ongoing clinical training and professional development
• Weekly clinical case consultations
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in adolescent IOP/day treatment programming
• Flexible, part-time scheduling
• Collaborative leadership and mentorship from licensed clinicians
• Meaningful work making a direct impact on teens and families

What the job entails:

• Support day treatment and IOP therapists with assessing client appropriateness for groups
• Assist with orienting clients to program rules, structure, and expectations
• Facilitate and co-facilitate groups under clinical direction
• Build positive, trusting rapport with adolescent clients
• Identify community resources and assist with referrals to outside providers as needed
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation; submit all group notes by the next business day
• Follow all safety protocols, HIPAA standards, and confidentiality requirements, including ROIs
• Consult with other professionals, providers, or emergency departments on behalf of clients
• Participate in weekly clinical case consultations and required trainings
• Assist with quality assurance, administrative tasks, and practice support as assigned
• Initiate new groups as needed to meet community and client needs
• Assist with outreach and marketing efforts; build connections with outside organizations
• Serve as a positive role model for clients and student interns

What you are great at already:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills
• Ability to build rapport quickly with teens and families
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
• Compassionate, empathetic, and emotionally attuned
• Excellent time management and task prioritization
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Education, Experience, and Availability Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work, psychology, or a related field
• At least 1 year of group facilitation and/or teen/child-related experience
• At least 2 years of experience working with the mental health population
• Availability to work a minimum of 15 hours per, with week opportunity to increase hours based on program needs
• Willingness to participate in trainings, consultations, and team meetings

Simply Teens is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22