Child And Family Therapist

Albertina-Ker; Portland (OR); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid continuing education

Clinical supervision toward licensure

Flexible schedules

7 paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Résumé du poste

Albertina Kerr in Portland, OR is seeking a Child and Family Therapist I/II to coordinate and deliver mental health treatment for children in our crisis care program. The role emphasizes client and family voice, licensure progression, and collaborative care with an interdisciplinary team.

You will provide individual, family and group therapy, ensure compliance with OARs and payer requirements, and participate in supervision and on-call rotations while pursuing relevant licensure within three

Qualifications

• Master’s degree for licensure eligibility in Oregon.
• Eligibility for relevant clinical licensure in Oregon.
• Experience providing individual and family therapy in clinical settings.
• Ability to participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Strong written, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

• Provides and implements individual, family and group psychotherapy.
• Coordinates care with staff and leadership; attends staff meetings.
• Ensures documentation complies with OARs and contract standards.
• Provides supervision and consultation with team members as scheduled.
• Develops and implements individualized service plans for clients and families.
• Participates in training, supervision and meetings as required.
• Pursues licensure within three years of hire.
• Provides on-call crisis support as needed.

Connaissances

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Written communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Master’s degree in social work

Master’s degree in counseling psychology

Art therapy background

Outils

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Description du poste

At Albertina Kerr, we believe that all people thrive in nurturing and inclusive communities. Our mission is to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges to lead self-determined lives in their communities.As a Child and Family Therapist, you'll coordinate and provide mental health treatment for children served in our Children's Crisis Psychiatric Care (Subacute) program to achieve the best possible outcomes. You'll ensure clinical work actively incorporates client and family voice and choice and complies with OAR, license, and payer requirements.Child and Family Therapist I does not require professional licensure and operates under the supervision of a licensed mental health practitioner (LCSW, LMFT, LPC). Pursuit and achievement of relevant professional licensure within three years of hire is a key requirement of the position and, well help you get there! Our Child and Family Therapist II position requires licensure (LCSW for MSW degree holders, LMFT or LPC as appropriate for other clinical Master’s degree holders). All therapists provide limited, paid on-call support for one week every other month.Essential DutiesProvides and implements individual, family and group psychotherapy.Provides and implements effective team coordination and collaboration with direct line staff, teams, and leadership including attending regular staff meetings, as required.Provides competent, therapeutic coordination of care according to the relevant OARs and ISSRs.Consistently provides adequate supervision, clinical guidance and oversight on shared cases with Skills Trainers, Behavior Specialists, direct line staff, or Family Support Specialists through routine consultation and direction as scheduled and defined in the OARs.Coordinates client and family services and activities with other agencies and community resources and providers in congruence with a team based approach.Ensure development and implementation of comprehensive, individualized Individual Service Support Plan for each client and family.Participate in training sessions, supervision and meetings, as required.Ensure all documentation is completed in accordance with the OAR, contract, and organizational standards and maintains current authorizations.Completes all training requirements.Actively pursues and attains individual professional licensure in a relevant clinical field (social work, marriage and family therapy, or professional counselling). Licensure must be attained within three years of hire.Creates and helps coordinate client and family after-care and discharge plans coordinating with other agencies, community resources, and providers in congruence with a team based approach.Participates in the clinical after-hours on-call rotation, providing prompt crisis support by phone or in person as required.Maintains appropriate professional boundaries with children and families, including maintaining confidentiality of client information as required by various laws and agency requirements. Follows laws related to mandatory abuse reporting.BenefitsPaid medical, dental, and vision; basic life & accident insurancePaid continuing education and professional development opportunitiesSupport for clinical supervision toward licensure with salary increase upon licensureFlexible schedules, 7 paid holidays, and generous time off401(k) retirement savings plan24-hour Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that provides resources for everything from mental health to pet insurance and financial counselling*We offer a competitive wage range based on qualifications, licensure status, and relevant experience. Albertina Kerr welcomes applicants at all stages of their professional journey to apply.QualificationsMaster’s Degree in social work, counseling psychology, child and family therapy or art therapy from an accredited college or university that meets the requirement for Oregon licensure in clinical social work, marriage and family therapy, or professional counseling.Eligibility for relevant clinical licensure in the State of Oregon.Proven ability to provide Individual and Family Therapy.Specialized knowledge and skills to provide appropriate clinical services based on the age, growth, development, and culture of children served.Proven ability to facilitate interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.Excellent written, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.Intermediate computer skills sufficient to maintain calendars and clinical documentation, complete routine assignments in Microsoft Office, and similar tasks.Two years’ relevant experience working with similar populations in an accredited facility is preferred.Consistent, punctual attendance to provide in-person clinical services and to participate in meetings with both internal and external parties.Ability to build appropriate relationships and relate effectively with children and families served and internal and external parties.A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet agency driving requirements.Reliable means or methods of transportation to provide in-person child and family therapy at a variety of Kerr or client sites, during the regular workday and when on call.Work Location: In person