Trauma-Informed Therapist: Empowerment & Healing Advocate

Primary Health Solutions; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Dayton is seeking a licensed mental health therapist to provide individual, family and group counseling using a trauma-informed approach. You will collaborate with community partners and internal programs to promote healing, empowerment, and self-sufficiency.

The role requires strong clinical skills, documentation, crisis intervention, and adherence to ethical standards. Evening availability may be required to accommodate client needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or related behavioral health field.
• 1–2 years of clinical counseling experience preferred.
• Experience with trauma survivors, domestic violence or sexual assault survivors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy services.
• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with requirements.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning when necessary.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic interventions and trauma-informed practices.
• Coordinate services with case managers, medical providers, schools, courts, and community agencies.
• Participate in clinical supervision and case consultation as required.
• Assist clients in identifying resources and support systems within the community.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and confidentiality regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Rapport building

Cultural competency

Documentation skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health

Job description

YWCA Dayton is seeking a licensed mental health therapist to provide individual, family and group counseling using a trauma-informed approach. You will collaborate with community partners and internal programs to promote healing, empowerment, and self-sufficiency.

The role requires strong clinical skills, documentation, crisis intervention, and adherence to ethical standards. Evening availability may be required to accommodate client needs.