What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapist I, Juvenile Justice Services position at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board?
Job Title: Therapist I, Juvenile Justice Services
Annual Salary: $51,253
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm
Join the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board as a Full-Time Therapist I in Juvenile Justice Services, where your dedication as a therapist can make a profound difference in the lives of youth. This onsite position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with a supportive team of professionals, including experienced Psychiatrists, in a flexible and collaborative environment. With a competitive salary of $51,253, you'll be positioned to excel in a role that emphasizes integrity, empathy, and safety.
This is your chance to contribute to a premier provider that prioritizes service and excellence in mental health care. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, and the Virginia Retirement System. Take the leap and be part of an organization that values strong work-life balance while empowering you to foster positive change in our community.
Who are we? An Introduction
Since 1971, Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, essential, and community-based services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with a mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.
Your day to day as a Therapist I, Juvenile Justice Services
As a Full-Time Therapist I for Juvenile Justice Services with the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, you'll manage a predetermined caseload in an outpatient setting, focusing on the assessment and evaluation of incoming clients. Your role will involve providing essential individual, group, and family counseling, as well as educational sessions and comprehensive discharge and aftercare planning. You'll deliver critical mental health and substance use screenings, short-term therapeutic interventions, and crisis intervention for youth facing challenges before the Hampton and Newport News Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts. Additionally, you'll serve adolescents in the community or those in Newport News Secure Detention, offering intensive substance use programming tailored to both youth and their families. Your impactful work will directly affect the progress of clients in treatment, while you also develop individualized treatment plans, behavioral contracts, and actively participate in legal proceedings by attending and testifying at hearings.
What you need to be successful
To excel as a Full-Time Therapist I in Juvenile Justice Services at the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, candidates must possess a Master's degree in human services along with at least one year of clinical experience working with youth in similar settings. Strong communication skills are essential for effective individual, group, and family counseling, enabling you to build trust and rapport with clients. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities will support the development of individualized treatment plans and behavioral contracts, adapting to the unique needs of each adolescent.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools related to mental health assessments and documentation is also vital, facilitating efficient case management. Additionally, candidates should exhibit empathy and integrity, as these core values underpin our service to the community. A successful Therapist will thrive in a flexible, team-oriented environment, demonstrating professionalism while navigating the complexities of legal proceedings involving clients.
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
- Master's degree in human services with one (1) year clinical experience with the assigned population.
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If you think this job aligns with your requirements, then submitting an application is simple. Good luck!
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.
Salary : $51,253
