YOUTH THERAPIST - OFFICE BASED

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Zepf Center has been serving the Lucas County community for nearly 50 years. We are the leading provider of behavioral health and substance use disorder services in Northwest Ohio. Services include adult and child psychiatric, substance abuse, case management, residential, Crisis Care, and therapy programs, as well as career development and wellness services. Zepf Center also offers primary care medical services to our patients to contribute to their continuum of care. Zepf Center is a Sanctuary trauma-informed / trauma-responsive agency that prioritizes the well-being of clients and staff.

We are currently seeking a full-time Youth Office Based Therapist to provide diagnostic assessments and structured time-limited face-to-face individual, family, and group therapy to clients ages 2-22, within the context of the goals identified on the client's individualized service plan. The person in this position provides services within Zepf facilities. This position requires some evening hours based on client needs. In this position, there are opportunities for quarterly bonuses based on client engagement and opportunities for career advancement.

Essential Duties of this position include but are not limited to :

• Conducts intake / diagnostic assessments and updates for children and youth.
• Maintains clinical responsibility for individual, family, and / or group counseling of children and youth clients with SED diagnosis.
• Develops, revises, implements, and monitors the Individual Service Plans, in cooperation with the client, family, and treatment team participants that addresses the client's needs.
• Monitors treatment effectiveness and provides ongoing assessment by utilizing identified outcome measurements and clinical assessments as presented in agency policies and protocols.
• Facilitates referrals to appropriate internal and / or external resources when indicated.
• When needed, ensures the development of Individual Client Crisis Plans that promote client growth and future safety.
• Maintains clinical records and reports according to agency standards.
• Maintains direct service productivity per agency standards.
• Maintains required documentation per agency standards. When applicable, obtains supervisor's signature on required clinical documents.
• Participates in team meetings and clinical supervision.
• Consults and collaborates with other youth-serving interdisciplinary staff, as needed.
• Carries out policy and procedures of agency; may participate in community work and serve on committees.
• Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies and demonstrates continued growth.
• Adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice per state, professional, agency, and regulating standards.
• Maintains high confidentiality standards and, with client consent, completes client Authorization to Disclose Form in accordance to professional standards of practice, when applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Requirements

Benefits :

Join our team and enjoy comprehensive benefits designed to support your well-being and financial security! We offer a high deductible health plan with no premium cost per pay, along with a Health Savings Account featuring a generous $1,000 seed money ($2,000 for family coverage). Dental and vision coverage are also offered. Additionally, employees can take advantage of a 403b retirement plan with a company match of up to 3% and a company contribution of 2% after one year of employment, ensuring a solid financial future. We provide life insurance coverage equivalent to 1x annual salary. Time off benefits include sick leave, vacation, personal time, and holiday pay for 9 recognized holidays. Furthermore, we support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement and license reimbursement programs. Join us and thrive with our comprehensive benefits package!

EOE / M / F / D / V / SO