Trauma Therapist

Cleveland Rape Crisis Center; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403b retirement and match

10 paid holidays

Generous PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Cleveland Rape Crisis Center in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Trauma Therapist to provide individual and group therapy for survivors of sexual violence and their families. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, maintain documentation, and connect clients to community resources.

A Master’s degree and an OH license are required, with 2+ years of clinical experience and reliable transportation. The role includes a full-time schedule, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Services, Counseling, Art Therapy and/or related field.
• OH licenses: LSW, LISW, LPC or LPCC.
• 2+ years of direct clinical/therapy experience.
• 2+ years of experience with survivors of sexual violence.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary therapy for survivors of sexual violence and their supporters.
• Co-facilitate survivor support groups.
• Understand each individual’s path to recovery and knowledge of substance use treatment.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources to support recovery.
• Engage clients in recovery-building activities and maintain timely services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to identify client needs and plan care.
• Maintain required records and data in accordance with program standards.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Therapy skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Master’s degree in Social Services, Counseling, Art Therapy and/or related field

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

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Position: Trauma Therapist

Location: Cleveland, OH

Job Id:371

# of Openings:1

Job Title: Trauma Therapist

Location/Schedule: Clark Fulton Office, Cleveland, OH, Office Hours – Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm, Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00am – 7:00pm (Two evenings per week with at least one night in office required)

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

About Cleveland Rape Crisis Center

Cleveland Rape Crisis Center (CRCC) supports survivors of rape and sexual abuse, promotes healing and prevention and advocates for social change. CRCC was founded in 1974 in response to Cleveland’s long-standing need for services to assist survivors of sexual assault.

CRCC offers services in Cuyahoga, Ashtabula, Geauga and Lake counties such as legal advocacy, case management, and therapy services. We also do education and outreach work, to educate the community on sexual violence and human trafficking prevention.

Position Summary

The Trauma Therapist provides individual and group therapeutic services to all survivors of rape and sexual violence, as well as to non‑offending family members, guardians, and other close supporters. The Trauma Therapist has a minimum productivity requirement and is expected to independently manage a case load to ensure that all clients receive timely services. The Trauma Therapist has experience with trauma survivors, co‑occurring disorders, and substance use treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide primary therapy for survivors of sexual violence, non‑offending family members, partners, guardians or loved ones of all ages; co‑facilitate survivor support groups
• Understand and respect each individual’s unique path to recovery and has knowledge about substance use disorders, principles of motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and community resources
• Provide consultation and education to survivors of sexual violence, non‑offending family members, guardians, or loved ones and work with the family to connect them to appropriate support services in the community
• Engage guests and clients in a supportive manner, encouraging discussion and activities focused on building trust and recovery
• Employ strategies of intervention that are consistent with empirically supported treatments and program expectations and are culturally appropriate
• Actively identify and support linkages to community resources (e.g. communities of recovery, educational, vocational, social, cultural, mutual self‑help groups, professional services, etc.) that support the individual’s goals and interests
• Employ strategies for engagement with survivors of trafficking that allow for building rapport and trust slowly over time
• Assist individuals in identifying barriers and work with them to develop and implement strategies to overcome them
• Assist individuals in developing their own plan for advancing their recovery
• Work closely with all therapeutic services and multidisciplinary team members to identify the needs of clients and their support systems
• Complete data collection, data entry, and required reports and other related administrative paperwork in accordance with program timelines and standards
• Maintain productivity expectations, which may change based on the goals of the agency
• Effectively coordinate client care with other service providers and community resources to ensure continuity of care

Education, Experience, Licenses, & Certifications

• Master’s degree in Social Services, Counseling, Art Therapy and/or a related field
• One of the following valid OH licenses:
  • Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
  • Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
• 2+ years of direct clinical/therapy experience
• 2+ years of experience with survivors of sexual violence
• Prior experience in the field of substance use preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training to meet the essential functions of the position

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $55,000 - $68,000 annually

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b retirement and match, 10 paid holidays, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities – for employees who meet benefits eligibility requirements

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of CRCC.

Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.