Trauma Assessment Specialist

We are looking for Game Changers
The types of people who wake up excited to make a difference. The superheroes of their field who care about the people they serve. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team. We recognize the importance of a quality work life balance and offer a generous paid time off program and flexible work arrangements to meet the changing needs of our workforce.

This position performs trauma assessments out of three Easterseals MORC offices. The assessments will primarily take place out of our Flint office and occasionally out of our Center Line and Auburn Hills offices.

Job Duties

• Conducts comprehensive assessments utilizing trauma-informed practices.
• Has knowledge of child development, recognizing the impact of trauma on interference of child developmental milestones.
• Administer and interpret a variety of assessments related to trauma and child development in relation to mental health, wellness, psychosocial, resiliency, coping, and speech and language needs of the individual in the context of their family environment.
• Apply critical elements in establishing a therapeutic working alliance that focuses on the unique cultural attributes of trauma survivors and family.
• Develops treatment recommendations for impairments in mental, psychosocial, developmental, educational, and independent functioning that specifically addresses treatment needs of the individual and family.
• Examines the medical and psychosocial adjustment aspects of chronic illness and disability as it relates to trauma exposure.
• Evaluates and all data and offer differential diagnoses, when applicable, to expound on social, emotional, behavioral and developmental presentations.
• Differentiates the various psychosocial adjustment phases and unique needs of individuals impacted by trauma and develops treatment plans and referral options based on needs identified.
• Responsible for maintaining an electronic and paper chart which includes required progress notes, clinical interpretations, recommendations and reports.
• Participates in individual supervision and team meetings to review progress, identify barriers and develop strategies for better assisting families in reaching their goals.
• Ensures that paperwork is maintained in accordance with funder requirements as well as Easterseals MORC policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with all accreditation, organizational and professional standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles of trauma informed care and co-occurring disorders.
• Willingness to support and assist consumers with trauma related issues.

Qualifications

• Possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Psychology; AND Have a temporary limited license as a Psychologist(TLLP) or a limited license (LLP) or (LP) from the State of Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services; OR
• Possess a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work; AND Have an LMSW of LLMSW from the State of Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services; OR
• Possess a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling; AND Have an limited license as a professional counselor (LLPC ) or an (LPC) from the State of Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services;
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator or chauffeur's license; AND
• Have at least one (1) year experience working with children and families in a human service setting.

Benefits of Being a Superhero!

We are proud to offer an equitable and inclusive environment that reflects the communities that we serve and encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our workforce.
Here at Easterseals MORC, life is good. We have flexible hours, loads of time off, and awesome events. 3 weeks of Personal Time Off (PTO) and 3 floating holidays, in addition to Easterseals MORC's 10 observed holidays.
As a member of our family, you are part of a culture that values professional development, community service and collaboration.
We keep it open, honest and inclusive. We care about providing our employees a collaborative experience, including quarterly team days.
We not only offer our employees a competitive salary, we also provide bonuses and extra incentives to reward their hard work & dedication.
Innovation is at the heart of our organization. We use cutting-edge technology and evidence-based practices.
We offer fantastic benefits! We have a competitive and comprehensive salary and benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with company contribution Flexible Spending Account, Voluntary Dependent reimbursement
We offer a variety of resources centered on our 6 pillars of well-being to support staff in living a healthy lifestyle. Free access to Calm app? Yes please!
We offer traditional and 401k options to ensure each of our employees are able to save for their future.
We are a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer.

Proud Winners of:

• Metro Detroit's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For
• Corp! Magazine Diversity Award Winner
• West Michigan's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For
• Crain's Cool Places to Work
• Oakland Parenting Awareness Coalitions' Family Friendly Employer of the Year