Outpatient Child and Adolescent Therapist

Overview

Join our dynamic outpatient mental health team as a Child and Adolescent Therapist, where your expertise will directly impact the lives of young individuals and their families. In this vital role, you will provide evidence-based mental health and behavioral care tailored to children and youth, fostering resilience and growth through compassionate, culturally sensitive interventions. Your work will involve comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment planning, and engaging therapy sessions that promote positive outcomes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your clinical skills in a supportive environment dedicated to mental health excellence.

Duties

• Conduct thorough mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents, utilizing standardized tools and clinical judgment.
• Develop personalized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, trauma-specific interventions, and behavioral management strategies.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions to address a wide range of mental health conditions, including autism spectrum disorder, PTSD, developmental disabilities, gender issues, and trauma.
• Collaborate with families, schools, community agencies, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and ensure comprehensive support for clients.
• Collect and maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations and clinical ethical guidelines; manage medical records and case notes efficiently.
• Engage in crisis intervention when necessary, offering immediate support during mental health emergencies or behavioral crises.
• Participate in case management activities such as intake assessments, treatment progress reviews, data collection for program evaluation, and client communication.

Skills

• Proven experience working with children and youth in outpatient mental health settings; familiarity with child & family counseling techniques.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), applied behavior analysis (ABA), art therapy, play therapy, and trauma-informed care.
• Skilled in conducting mental health assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and trauma-specific interventions with diverse populations.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from various cultural backgrounds while demonstrating cultural diversity counseling competency.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging clients’ families and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams; proficient in client advocacy and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Experience managing crisis situations with calmness and professionalism; adept at crisis management and conflict resolution strategies.
• Familiarity with medical documentation standards such as HIPAA compliance, clinical ethical guidelines, medical terminology, and electronic health record systems.

Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication transforms young lives through compassionate care rooted in evidence-based practice!

Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Roxbury, MA 02132

Salary : $40 - $60