School Social Worker - Trauma-Informed Family Therapy

Friendship-House; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship-House is seeking a qualified clinician to provide individual, group, and family therapy aligned with treatment plans for clients with various mental health needs in a Pennsylvania setting.

The role requires performing initial assessments, diagnosing, and developing treatment plans per clinical standards, while maintaining timely documentation and participating in supervision and case reviews. Experience with trauma-focused approaches is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience treating children/adolescents with mental health issues and their families.
• Experience with evidence based /supported trauma therapy model a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family treatment consistent with treatment plan and identified therapeutic needs of clients, using up-to-date therapy methods/models.
• Conduct initial evaluations of clients’ mental health problems and formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan, consistent with clinical standards.
• Document all client services/contacts in client record.
• Complete all necessary clinical documentation, assessments, treatment plans and reviews, and evaluations/summaries in a timely manner following program procedures.
• Complete necessary documentation required for managed care/Insurance authorizations and reauthorizations.
• Participate in staff/clinical team meetings, supervision, and case reviews for administrative purposes and the development and implementation of client treatment.
• Refer child, adolescent and/or family for additional or alternative services, as indicated.
• Advocate for clients, their rights and assist clients in ensuring their rights are protected and preserved.
• Enter and maintain daily schedule into computer as required by departmental procedures.
• Comply with Agency policies and procedures, including those regarding conduct, confidentiality, and record keeping.

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field preferred

Bachelor’s degree considered

Job description

Friendship-House is seeking a qualified clinician to provide individual, group, and family therapy aligned with treatment plans for clients with various mental health needs in a Pennsylvania setting.

The role requires performing initial assessments, diagnosing, and developing treatment plans per clinical standards, while maintaining timely documentation and participating in supervision and case reviews. Experience with trauma-focused approaches is a plus.