Clinician - Family Preservation - Social Services

The Family Preservation Therapist is responsible for providing evidence-based therapy services to youth at risk for out-of-home placement and their families. Services are primarily community-based, and participating youth are involved in the child welfare and/or juvenile justice systems. The Therapist facilitates regular therapy sessions and monitors client progress from the point of intake/referral, through treatment, to discharge and aftercare. The Therapist also works with the Family Preservation Case Manager to coordinate identified client/family needs for additional services, education and support. The Therapist coordinates the flow of information across agencies and providers while protecting the confidentiality of individuals served.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Can articulate the mission, vision and values of Choices, the practice of evidence-based interventions and therapeutic services compliant with DCS/Medicaid regulations for enrolled individuals.   
• Attends or facilitates client staffings/treatment team meetings and documents outcomes.
• Meets regularly with supervisor or designee for clinical supervision and seeks further supervision when appropriate and necessary.
• Self-monitors billing and productivity levels and gives feedback to supervisor regarding workflow and/or billing concerns.
• Communicates timely with the Clinical Supervisor, Case Manager and other members of the clinical team to coordinate services to youth and families.
• Willingly completes other duties as assigned to advance the mission of Choices.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in social work, psychology, or a related human service field required, with at least two years of full-time experience providing direct mental health counseling and/or case management services preferred. Indiana license required (Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Independent Practice School Psychologist).
• Maintains active clinical license, as applicable, per respective professional license board.
• Maintains active certification in specialized areas of practice and selected evidence-based treatment modalities.
• Demonstrated skills in assessment tools, therapy with youth and families, crisis intervention, team building and development.
• Strong communication and writing skills. Bi-lingual skills (Spanish) a plus.
• Highly organized, and effectively manages multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Professionally articulate in communicating (oral and written) system development, change and outcomes.
• Demonstrated professionalism working in teams with internal colleagues and external audiences both in person and through various electronic media.
• Enthusiastic about advancing system change within the community.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license in state of residence and auto insurance.

Salary 57,000

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
• 401k Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous PTO plan