What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Counselor position at UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA INC?
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Description
Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
Job Responsibilities:
- Evaluate the needs of children with and without disabilities and their families and develop treatment plans.
- Provides comprehensive individual, group and family psychotherapy for children.
- Provide play therapy or social skills training for children with disabilities.
- Assist families with information about their child’s diagnosis and condition, provide resources and identify strategies for the coordination of education, medical, social services and community service providers.
- Ensure the facilitation of on-going support groups for parents/families, parent training and other family activities.
- Provide relevant and related professional development to UCP team members and other community agencies.
- Maintains accurate and complete client records.
- Facilitate and ensure implementation of regular Parent Engagement activities including coordinating Title I (documentation, meetings, etc.).
- Serve as the head of the Child Study team for campus/follow up/document any attendance issues.
- Supervise Bachelor level social worker interns.
- Serve as lead and provide any needed follow up for campus Threat Assessment Team meetings.
- Provide Youth Mental Health Training to UCP Team members.
- Provide required documentation and billing notes for Certified Match Medicaid billing.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What UCP Offers
Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 60 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.
UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member may include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.
Qualifications
Education and Training: (or equivalent)
- Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling.
- License Preferred or FL DOE Social Work or Mental Health Counselor Certification.
Minimum Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of direct client services/assessment.
- Prefer experience working in non-profit/school setting
Salary : $40,000 - $45,000
