What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Therapist position at YMCA of Metropolitan Washington?
Company Description
At the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington in Silver Spring, MD, we are dedicated to strengthening the community and providing opportunities for individuals to learn, grow, and thrive regardless of age, income, or background. Serving over 250,000 people annually through various programs, our mission is to make our offerings accessible to all with the help of generous donors, community partners, and volunteers.
Role Description
The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) is responsible for providing therapeutic intervention to individual youth, families and groups. This is a 12-month, school-based position working within Montgomery County Public Schools serving elementary, middle or high school aged youth. Our clinicians work closely with educators, guidance counselors, school social workers and community providers, as well as other YMCA staff, to provide optimal care and treatment for the youth and families. The MHT works within a team of providers to support our families.
Qualifications
- Conduct clinical evaluation, bio-psycho-social assessments, diagnostic impressions/diagnoses and treatment planning
- Provide individual, family and group counseling to a caseload of 19-21
- Provide crisis intervention as needed to youth
- Lead or co-lead psycho-educational, developmental and therapy groups (child, teen and parent)
- Provide classroom observations when indicated
- Consult with parents, school staff, and medical providers regarding child’s progress
- Attend school and parent meetings as needed (IEP, 504, EMT/ARD/suspension, etc.)
- Offer appropriate assistance during crises
- Support the YMCA Cause of strengthening community through participation in Y sponsored events, trainings, and meetings throughout the region
