Office Based Therapist (LSW or LPC)

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Newark (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off including holidays

Health and wellness coverage

Parental leave

CEUs and supervision hours

401K and matching

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) seeks a full-time Therapist for the Office Based Team in Newark, Ohio. Compensation starts at $56,000 plus a productivity bonus. The role provides counseling, advocacy, case management, and supports to help families and youth live safely in the community.

Requirements include a Master’s in Social Work, state license as required, and a valid driver’s license. NYAP offers generous PTO/holidays, health care, CEUs, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• 2 years of work experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family mental health services and case management.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Coordinates and monitors services for youth and family in the community across mental health, medical, educational, etc.
• Reviews and modifies plans to ensure progress and outcomes.
• Maintains relationships with foster parents and families of origin.

Skills

Counseling

Advocacy

Case management

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Therapist to join our Office Based Team in Newark Ohio.

Compensation: $56,000 + Productivity Bonus!
To learn more about the program, please visit: https://www.nyap.org/ohio/opmh

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, families and adults served. This position 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.

Working at NYAP:

• Generous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Friday’s 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
• And So Much More: 401K and 401K Matching flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, phone allowance

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
• 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 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.