What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child and Family Clinician_FT position at YWCA of Western Massachusetts?
The YWCA is seeking a Bilingual Clinician for our Parent and Youth Services department. The Child and Family Clinician is responsible for providing therapeutic services to children and families impacted by domestic, sexual violence, and other exposed trauma and for engaging in outreach and community education regarding issues related to domestic violence.
Department: Parent & Youth Services
Reports to: Clinical Director
Schedule: Full-time, Monday—Friday, Day Time with evening hours to accommodate program needs
Location: Springfield office
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $55,000 annually
Primary Responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:
- Provide individual and group therapy, case management, and parent sessions to individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and other trauma exposures.
- Conduct 17-20 individual therapy sessions, 1 – 2 groups, case management sessions, and parent sessions per week
- Complete program intakes and assessments and all other necessary documentation.
- Complete safety planning with clients, updating on an ongoing basis.
- Complete and update individual support plans as needed.
- Enter clear and accurate documentation into client data system
- Work collaboratively with community agencies, other YW programs, and other social services providers.
- Provide outreach and community education services, as requested.
Qualifications
- Masters in Social Work or Counseling (license attainment supported);
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
- Experience providing therapeutic services to adults and children who have experienced or witnessed trauma;
- Experience working with survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault;
- Experience facilitating groups;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to work on a flexible schedule to meet program needs, including some evening hours;
- Must be able to be covered by the agency's insurance policy
- Access to reliable transportation and valid driver’s
INTRODUCTORY PERIOD
All employment at the YWCA begins with a 150-day Introductory Period.
Salary : $55,000
