Community Based Therapist (LSW or LPC)

National Youth Advocate Program; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time off

Health and Wellness packages

Professional Growth opportunities

401K matching

Flexible hours

Job summary

The National Youth Advocate Program in Lorain, OH is seeking a dedicated Therapist for its Community Based Team. The role focuses on providing counseling and support to youth and families, ensuring their successful integration into the community.

With a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field and preferably two years of relevant experience, the ideal candidate will work closely with various stakeholders to promote stability and safety for individuals served.

Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, generous time off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required in Social Work or a comparable field.
• 2 years of direct service experience with youth and families preferred.
• Valid advanced professional license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family mental health services.
• Travel daily to deliver community-based services.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with families.

Skills

Experience with youth and families

Flexibility in schedule

Cultural sensitivity

Proficient with technology

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

Therapist – Community Based Team

Location: Lorain, OH 44052
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Graduate Degree
Travel Percentage: Road Warrior
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. The role works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing counseling or therapy, advocacy, and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner
• Travels daily to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements
• Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds
• Coordinate and monitor services for the youth and family in the community, including but not limited to mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services
• Regularly reviews and modifies youth based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with assigned foster parents and families of origin
• Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan
• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served
• Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis
• Actively participates in the weekly supervision process

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution
• 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred
• A valid advanced professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record
• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served
• Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers
• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function
• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Benefits

• Generous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Fridays during the summer!
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family; Paid Parental leave
• Professional Growth: CEU’s, ongoing training/education, student loan repayment program, and supervision hours
• 401K and 401K Matching
• Flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, phone allowance

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.