What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapist position at Our Lady's Inn?
Job Description:
Education: A Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Clinical Psychology is preferred, with L.P.C., L.M.S.W, or L.C.S.W. licensure also highly valued.
Experience: A minimum of 2-3 years of counseling experience in individual and group settings is required, along with knowledge of trauma, addiction, abuse, women's issues, homelessness, and community resources.
Skills and Abilities: Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential. Strong computer and database skills are also required.
The Therapist (Counselor) plays a vital role in managing Our Lady's Inn mental health and addiction support program at the St. Charles County maternity home.
This position requires working with residential clients, both individually and in group settings, to provide mental health and substance abuse counseling, support, resource referral, and education.
The Therapist (Counselor) must adhere to the agency's pro-life mission.
Schedule and Responsibilities:
The Therapist (Counselor) works 30-40 hours per week, with a minimum of 5 days per week, including at least one evening shift.
- Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationships with clients through individual meetings.
- Conducts comprehensive mental health intake and exit assessments.
- Orients new clients to the mental health component of the OLI Program and helps them set mental health goals within a Person-Centered Plan, tracking progress towards those goals.
- Collaborates with the Program Director and Director of Counseling to develop and implement mental health programming, both on-site and off-site, for clients.
- Works collaboratively as a team member with all staff and community partners.
- Facilitates classes using approved evidence-based curricula related to emotional wellness, effective communication, and healthy relationships.
- Assists clients in accessing resources for drug treatment and mental health evaluations.
- Maintains accurate records of case activity and stores them in client files; completes relevant case notes and paperwork in a timely manner.
- Participates in regular supervision sessions with the Director of Counseling.
- Attends weekly staff meetings for both houses and may provide formal training to staff on topics such as behavioral health, strength-based practices, and trauma-informed care.
- Attends Program Committee meetings as requested and participates in community educational meetings when necessary.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:
Education: A Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Clinical Psychology is preferred, with L.P.C., L.M.S.W, or L.C.S.W. licensure also highly valued.
Experience: A minimum of 2-3 years of counseling experience in individual and group settings is required, along with knowledge of trauma, addiction, abuse, women's issues, homelessness, and community resources.
Skills and Abilities: Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential. Strong computer and database skills are also required.
