What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapist -Parenting Love and Limits position at NAFI Connecticut / Rhode Island / New York?
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NAFI Connecticut | Rhode Island | New York is a dynamic multi-service agency at the forefront of youth and family support across Connecticut, Rhode Island and New York
Our core services include wraparound programming and ground-breaking, evidenced based services for families in their homes and communities. We take a respectful and dignified approach to all care services, with the mission of emphasizing the uniqueness of each person, their strengths and their hopes and aspirations.
The Parenting Love and Limits (PLL) program in Westchester County is hiring a compassionate and dedicated Therapist fluent in English and Spanish. This role involves providing clinical services through group and individual sessions to address family challenges, assist in goal achievement, and support the safety and well-being of children and families. The PLL Therapist collaborates with colleagues to deliver effective clinical services to families in their homes and communities
Responsibilities of the Parenting with Love and Limits Bilingual Therapist include:
- Complete intake screenings of new referrals in accordance with agency and PLL standards.
- Conduct pre- and post-assessments according to agency and PLL standards.
- Facilitate PLL groups in conjunction with the PLL case manager.
- Provide clinical intervention services to families in accordance with the PLL model.
- Offer support and guidance to families to achieve service plan and treatment plan goals.
- Link families to community resources to ensure needed services are in place and received.
- Provide services to families at times convenient to them, including evenings and weekends.
- Complete PLL model adherence and fidelity measures.
- Collaborate with the Department of Social Services on family needs and services being provided.
- Work as part of the treatment team to connect families with service providers to achieve sustainable goals.
- Provide on-call support during non-traditional hours for crisis management, intervention, and de-escalation when needed.
- Prepare and submit required documentation to demonstrate the services and treatment provided.
Qualifications to be a successful Therapist:
- Required Master’s degree in social work, counseling or a related area
- Two years related experience in Therapy and/or training preferred
- Experience with troubled and/or delinquent adolescents preferred
- Valid driver’s license, vehicle and willingness to travel throughout Westchester County, Orange County and other locations as required to fulfill job responsibilities
- Experience in child welfare preferred
- Bilingual (Spanish and English) required
Our Exceptional Benefits:
- Generous paid time off
- 3-6 weeks’ vacation, 7 sick days and 11 paid holidays each year
Employee Health and Wellness:
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage
- (Reimbursements for fitness, weight loss, holistic health programs)
- No cost employee assistance program
- Voluntary employee focused wellness programs
Retirement and financial Planning:
- Company matching 403b and no cost retirement consulting
- Company paid for life Insurance and long-term disability
- Public service loan forgiveness
- Insurance including accident, hospital indemnity, supplemental Life
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement: Includes licensure fees, professional memberships
…and much much more!
Salary: up to $62,000.00 / per year
Salary for Bilingual Therapists: Up to $64,000.00 / per year
Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Statement
- NAFI Connecticut, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We are passionate about instilling a sense of belonging, celebrating diverse perspectives, and offering equal opportunities for employees to contribute and grow. We encourage members of underrepresented or marginalized communities and all those that share in these beliefs to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer/ E-Verify Employer/ Affirmative Action
Salary : $62,000 - $64,000
