School Based Therapist (LSW or LPC)

National Youth Advocate Program; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 Days PTO

11 Holidays

Half Day Fridays in Summer

Health and Wellness coverage

Parental Leave

CEU/Training support

Student loan repayment

401K and matching

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a full-time Therapist to join our School-Based Therapy Team in Findlay, Ohio. You will provide counseling and advocacy to youth and families, partnering with caregivers and community partners to promote safe, healthy living.

This role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or related field and a willingness to work flexible hours. The position involves travel to community settings, daily collaboration with the Clinical Supervisor, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field.
• 2 years of direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.
• Experience with TF-CBT preferred.
• A valid professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations.
• Willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the organization's mission, vision, and values.
• Provides individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services to meet outcomes.
• Travels daily to provide community-based services to youth and families in compliance with requirements.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Completes all required training in a timely manner.
• Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds.
• Coordinates and monitors services for youth and families in the community across mental health, medical, educational, and social domains.
• Reviews and modifies youth-based plans to ensure progress on goals.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with foster parents and families of origin.
• Assists in family reunification and stabilization efforts with the youth's primary family or other living arrangements.
• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization as required.
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities monthly/quarterly.
• Participates in weekly supervision process.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Findlay, OH 45839 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Graduate Degree Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services We are seeking a full-time Therapist to join our School-Based Therapy Team in Arcadia, OH at Arcadia Local Schools.

Compensation

Compensation: $55,000-58,000/yr.

Program Information

To learn more about the program, please see the information below: https://www.nyap.org/ohio/star

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. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing counseling or therapy, advocacy, and support towards living safely and successfully in the community.

Working at NYAP

• Generous Time Off:22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays and 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

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the organization's mission, vision, and values.
• Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds for persons served.
• Travels daily to provide community-based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Completes all required training in a timely manner.
• Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds.
• Coordinate and monitor services for youth and families 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 the 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.
• Perform other duties as requested.

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.
• Experience with TF-CBT preferred.
• A valid professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations.
• 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.
• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
• 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

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

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

Equity and Inclusion

QualificationsAn Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.