Residential Therapist

Job Overview

The Residential Therapist will work with and serve the therapeutic needs of the residents.  This position must be an active member of and provide clinical support to the clinical treatment team within each unit.  They will be responsible for providing consultation and clinical support to residents in care. Paperwork responsibilities include writing behavior support and individualized treatment plans in a timely and professional manner.  Commitment to the agency’s holistic approach for meeting the needs of youth and their families including physical, social, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs is essential.

Essential Duties:

·      Function as an advocate for each resident.

·      Maintain therapy sessions a minimum of four times per week or as otherwise indicated on the Treatment Plan with assigned residents. Coordinate family counseling when appropriate to treatment.  In the event of the therapist’s absence (i.e. Vacation) arrangements will be made for continued services for residents.

·      Function as a resource and consultant for the Treatment Associates.  Be able to give relevant in-service training as needed or requested. 

·      Be a willing and active member of the Multi-Disciplinary Treatment Teams, residential staffings, admission team meetings and cottage meetings.

·      Convene and facilitate resident therapeutic groups as needed.  Assist staff in improving supportive counseling skills. 

·      Provide clinical oversight for Treatment Associates in assigned cottage in accordance with Burlington’s policies and procedures.

·      Participate in pre-placement and placement processes for new residents.  

·      Respond to call down procedures for emergency interventions (i.e., school, residential unit, runaways, psychiatric, family, etc.) and be on call according to the residential weekly schedule.

·      Transport and participate in required Court & MDT meetings in cooperation with the case managers.

·      Complete therapy notes and other relevant individual and group documentation in a timely manner.

·      Complete all necessary assessments to assist with treatment planning.

·      Complete additional planning related to behavior management, safety, or other issues based on need

·      Attend all required meetings in agreement with the corresponding treatment.

·      Maintain assigned client records as directed according to the state of West Virginia Licensing requirements.

·      Meet weekly with the Director of Clinical Services.

·      Can support the mission and vision of the organization as evidenced by compliance with all organizational policies and procedures.

a.     The mission is to prevent harm and provide hope to hurting children and families.

b.     The vision is to is to be a leader in providing superior and innovative services to every child in need regardless of who they are, what they have done, or where they live by empowering them to discover and fulfill their spiritual, academic, personal, and professional dreams and passions.

c.     The core values that drive the mission and vision are to be: Christian centered; Holistic approach to service – mind, body, and spirit; Every person is of great sacred worth; Unconditional commitment; Acceptance; Trust; Honesty; Best practice; Family focused; Integrity; Respect and dignity; Confidentiality; Advocating for those who cannot do so for themselves; Teamwork; Competency; Faithfulness.

·      Supports and facilitates positive interaction with others as evidenced by: professional maturity, respect for others, a team-centered approach, maintenance of confidential information, and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.

·      Exhibits effective communication skills including proper use of agency communication systems.

·      Assist in family finding.

·      Depending on job site assist or complete the mental health assessment and individual service / treatment plan in collaboration with the case manager

·      Performs other duties that fall within the parameters of this position. 

Qualifications

Education level:

·      Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from an accredited College or University AND hold a license in the in their respective field.  (OR be in process of obtaining a license from the State of West Virginia OR be able to get a provisional license in WV with supervised hours.

Experience:

·      A minimum of two years post-graduate experience in treating/supervising children with emotional/behavioral problems is preferred but not required.