Clinical Therapist - Outpatient

The Village Network; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

PTO 29 days first year

Benefits package

Job summary

The Village Network is seeking a Clinical Therapist - Outpatient to support youth and families across our Ohio and West Virginia programs. You will assess needs, build therapeutic relationships and deliver evidence-based services using models like TIC, NMT and CPS.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Social Work or Counseling and LSW/LPC licensure; independent licensure is preferred. Travel and home visits may be required in coordination with supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work, Counseling or related field.
• LSW or LPC licensure required; independent licensure preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health services and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health services and assess therapeutic needs.
• Establish therapeutic relationships and apply appropriate interventions.
• Complete assessments, progress notes, reports and Individual Service Plans.
• Serve as contact point for families, agencies and court, while observing confidentiality.
• Attend meetings and courts as needed; collaborate with team on client progress.
• Lead clinical cases by designing and coordinating treatment plans.
• Review materials and revise plans; monitor compliance and outcomes.
• Implement TIC, NMT and CPS models with fidelity; minimize restraints.
• Work with culturally diverse populations and maintain safety.

Skills

LSW/LPC

Communication

EHR proficiency

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work/Counseling

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

***$3,000 SIGNING BONUS for NEW EMPLOYEES - $1000 @ 90 days / $1000 @ 6 months / $1000 @ 1 year***Who We Are:Since 1946, we’ve been providing compassionate treatment to support the behavioral, physical and emotional health of children and families, where the needs of each child are individually assessed and dynamic treatment plans are specifically designed to properly transition them from disruptive to permanent, stable environments. Our services include community-based services, residential treatment, and treatment foster care programs throughout our locations in central and northeast Ohio and West Virginia.Working at The Village Network:The Village Network prides itself on a Culture of Care: Come be a part of the mission and a member of a team that has a passion for what they do and the people they serve.Excellent safety record and training program. The Village Network utilizes Collaborative Problem Solving along with The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics to addresses the individual needs of youth and their families.Tuition and Licensure reimbursement offered for employees looking to advanced their knowledge and skills. Get help earning an advanced degree or get the supervision necessary to earn your independent licensure.Great benefits, competitive salaries, and starting at 232 hours (29 DAYS!) of PTO offered in the first year in addition to 6 paid holidays for fulltime employees with potential for PTO buy back for unused time.12-year history of providing annual bonuses, as well as offering PTO Buybacks.Advancement Opportunities: The village network is a growing organization and we aim to promote from within.Job Title: Clinical Therapist - OutpatientReports To: Clinical Director or Clinical SupervisorDirect Reports: NoneSummary:As a partner in building brighter futures for youth and their families, your role will be to provide clinical support that aligns with The Village Network’s Mission, Vision & Values.Essential Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities:Provide behavioral health services. This includes assessing a client’s therapeutic needs/strengths and establishing a therapeutic relationship while utilizing interventions that will enhance his overall functioning.Ability to meet agency standards and productivity by completing appropriate documentation and paperwork including, but not limited to assessments, progress notes, reports and Individual Service Plans.Serve as a contact point for families, agencies, and court, engaging in correspondence and communicating information within the confines of The Village Network’s confidentiality policies and procedures relative to clients’ performances.Attend staff meetings, court hearings, etc. based on needs of clients.Clinical lead for cases by designing, writing, and coordinating individual treatment plans for each client. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, reading/analyzing materials and reports from outside organizations, discussing with staff the progress of the client, revision of plans in order to ensure the best possible care, monitoring compliance with the plans, participate in team meetings, and attending group meetings to discuss treatment.Strives to meet the Goals & Objectives from TVN’s Strategic Plan.Implements TVN’s clinical models (TIC, NMT & CPS) with fidelity.Assures the use of high risk interventions (restraints) are kept to a minimum through the Implementation The Six Core Strategies to Creating Violence Free and Coercion Free Treatment Environments.Ability to work with culturally diverse populations/families.Perform other duties as required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to use a computer; proficiency in Word and Electronic Health Record (EHR).Bachelors or Masters’ Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field.LSW or LPC required; Independent licensure and two years previous experience desired.Valid Ohio Driver’s License and maintains a driving record that allows that individual to be insurable with the insurance company providing The Village Network with vehicle insurance. Willingness to travel for various reasons, mainly during the day but occasionally overnight. Ability to visit clients’ homes (may or may not be handicapped accessible).Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong teamwork and organization/time management skills.Physical Demands:Ability to comply with The Village Network requirements for using restraints including sufficient strength and completion of extensive training.Ability to handle bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, reaching, and walking for periods of time.Must be able to lift 20 pounds independently.Must be able to remain alert to problems, needs or emergencies that might arise on any shift, maintaining a safe environment for the clients.Ability to communicate (verbal and written) with all levels or personnel, internal and external to the company.Check out our website to learn more about The Village Network https://thevillagenetwork.org/ and visit the Careers page to explore additional opportunities and check out our benefits brochure.