What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed EMDR Trained Clinician position at WESTERN TIDEWATER COMMUNITY SERVICE BOARD?
Western Tidewater Community Service Board welcomes you to join our team!
At WTCSB our mission is to provide a coordinated system of quality recovery-oriented care in Mental Health, Intellectual Disability, and Substance Abuse Services to the citizens of the cities of Franklin and Suffolk and the counties of Isle of Wight and Southampton. We continually strive to value staff, support diversity, and promote excellence and personal choice in the provision of consumer care.
We are seeking a Licensed EMDR Trained Clinician for various programs in our agency!
Responsibilities & Duties for (Licensed EMDR Trained Clinician):
- Client Assessment and Intake: Conduct thorough assessments to understand clients’ mental health histories and treatment goals, utilizing standardized tools to evaluate trauma symptoms.
- EMDR Therapy Implementation: Facilitate EMDR sessions according to best practices, guiding clients through all therapy phases while ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Ongoing Evaluation and Adjustment: Regularly monitor client progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and document advancements in electronic health records.
- Psychoeducation and Support: Educate clients and families about trauma and EMDR, provide coping strategies, and encourage open expression of feelings in a supportive environment.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care, participate in meetings, and maintain communication with all parties involved in client care.
- Professional Development: Stay updated on EMDR and trauma treatment research, engage in supervision and training, and contribute to the development of less experienced therapists.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Education: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Current state licensure (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT) and adherence to state regulations regarding clinical practice.
- Certification: EMDRIA-approved training or certification in EMDR therapy or equivalent.
- Experience: Minimum of 4 of clinical experience working with trauma survivors. Experience in a variety of therapeutic settings is a plus.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance/Life Insurance
- Virginia Retirement System plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Vacation/Sick leave/Holiday pay
- Legal Resources
- VA529-Tuition Savings
- Critical & Accidental Insurance
- Tuition discount-South University
- Aflac
- Working Advantage – shopping discount
To Apply:
Submit a cover letter and resume via Indeed, or on our job board at www.wtcsb.org. ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. WTCSB is a drug, alcohol & smoke free workplace. Visit our website, www.wtcsb.org for more information or email employment@wtcsb.org .
WTCSB is an equal opportunity employer
