Outpatient Therapist- Licensed FT

Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc.

Seaford (DE)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Hybrid work environment

Benefits and PTO

Job summary

Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. (DGS) is seeking an Outpatient Therapist to provide clinical behavioral health services at a designated DGS location.

The role involves evaluating, diagnosing, and delivering psychotherapeutic care to children, adolescents, and adults and their families. The position requires a Master’s Degree and Delaware licensure eligibility (LCSW/LPC/MH LMFT or Psychologist) with a minimum of two years post-graduate experience, plus the ability to

Qualifications

Master’s degree required and licensure in Delaware as LCSW/LPC/MH LMFT or Psychologist.
Delaware clinical licensure in social work, psychology, counseling.
Minimum of two years of post-graduate full-time experience.

Responsibilities

Provide evaluative, diagnostic, and psychotherapeutic services to clients and families.
Develop and implement treatment planning using appropriate modalities.
Assess client needs and risks and utilize crisis intervention when needed.
Maintain caseloads in compliance with agency standards.
Collaborate with schools and community resources for referrals.
Provide supervision for interns and staff as assigned.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Crisis intervention

Treatment planning

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Delaware clinical licensure eligible

Job description

Summary/objective

The Outpatient Therapist is responsible for providing clinical behavioral health services at a designated DGS location.

Summary/objective

The Outpatient Therapist is responsible for providing clinical behavioral health services at a designated DGS location.

Essential Functions

Clinical

Provide evaluative, diagnostic, and psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families
Conceptualize course of treatment inclusive of appropriate modalities, interventions, frequency and duration of clinical services
Assess clients needs and risks by utilizing crisis intervention skills and/or services
Apply knowledge related to developmental factors, family and community systems in order to develop and implement treatment planning
Maintains an assigned caseload in compliance with agency standards related to direct clinical care
Demonstrate comprehensive skills in providing evaluation, diagnosis, and therapeutic services to build resilience in children, adolescents, adults, and families
Participates in interagency committees, community task forces, and advocacy special interest groups
Provides clinical supervision for Masters program interns and staff members as assigned
Provides feedback and suggestions for program improvement

Administrative & Clinical Documentation

Engages and collaborates with community resources, make appropriate referrals, and consult with other agencies on behalf of clients
Collaborates with school staff regarding behavioral health services for students
Complete required documentation for clinical records within established timeframes.
Participates in scheduled supervision with the direct People Leader
Maintains active status licensure with respective State of Delaware Division of Professional Regulation

General

Interpersonal skills/relationships/teamwork
Participates in relevant professional development and learning activities
Adheres to professional code of ethics and conduct
Communicates effectively and professionally with all stakeholders
Demonstrates continuous commitment to DGS’ core values
Performs other duties that support the mission of the organization

Competencies/ Capabilities

Knowledge and application of therapeutic interventions
Clinical Judgment/decision making/problem solving
Effective Practice Management
Adaptability/continuous improvement
Written & oral communication

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Work environment: Office and/or community settings as assigned, Partial telecommuting with approval

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
May be requested to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Travel required: Occasional travel to various sites and/or community partners

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree which qualifies for licensure in the state of Delaware as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), License Professional Counselor of Mental Health (LPCMH), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Psychologist.
Possess Delaware Clinical Licensure (social work, psychology, counseling)
Minimum of two years of relevant full-time post graduate experience

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual

Eeo

Delaware Guidance Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions .

Other Responsibilities

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, tasks or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, tasks or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Delaware Guidance Services

Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. (DGS) is the largest provider of outpatient behavioral health services to children and families in Delaware. We operate offices in Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Lewes, and Seaford, and we are the only statewide not-for-profit outpatient behavioral health organization for children and adolescents accredited by JCAHO. In 2020, we were honored as a Compassionate Champion for our dedication to serving youth and families using a trauma-informed approach.

Through DGS, clients and families have access to outpatient counseling, group therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, and school-based services. Our community-based service lines serve youth and families who require a more intense therapeutic protocol. DGS’ 24-hour statewide Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) dispatches skilled crisis intervention clinicians to provide immediate care to children experiencing behavioral health crises. Therapeutic options are available for a wide range of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, traumatic stress-related disorders, and suicidal ideation. In 2021, DGS clinicians provided over 54,000 direct care hours to children, youth, and families in Delaware. Over 93% of clients report improvement in their level of functioning following treatment, and therapeutic benefits derived from trauma-informed care extend to clients’ siblings, caregivers, classmates, and peers.

Our client population is racially and ethnically diverse; 80% of DGS clients are Medicaid recipients and 90% have household incomes under $30,000. Many of our clients present with significant treatment challenges including learning impacts due to missed school and negative economic impact due to parental missed work. We provide care to anyone in need, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay for care. DGS also provides services specifically tailored to meet the unique behavioral health care needs of child welfare-involved families and foster youth

Why Work at Delaware Guidance Services?

Benefits

DGS strives to build a collaborative, flexible, and client-focused work environment. Employee wellness is a top priority. In addition to offering flexible work arrangements, DGS offers a comprehensive and competitive employee benefits package including the following: