Position Summary

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The Center for Violence Prevention trauma therapist offers counseling in a trauma informed care environment for women fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.  Therapist provides clinical assessment, brief/long-term individual counseling, trauma recovery, and group counseling, as well as safety and discharge planning.

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Responsibilities

Regulatory:

• Complete treatment plan for each new resident;

• Document appropriately into resident’s file;

• Train all staff monthly on Trauma Related Behaviors and Trauma Informed Interventions

Multi-Disciplinary Tasks:

• Review and approve or refer all placement requests;

• Consult with caseworkers, advocates, etc. for coordination of services for each resident;

• Attend weekly case reviews with direct care staff.

Client Related Tasks:

• Complete therapeutic intake for each new resident within 48 hours of arrival;

• Discuss with each client weekly progress reports;

• Provide monthly one-on-one parent discussions for each child client;

• Review situations requiring resident referral;

• Attend staff meetings and training as required.

Required Background

• Must provide proof of a valid LCSW or LPC license;

• Must be 21 years old or older;

• Must possess a valid driver’s license;

• Must have no criminal history record convictions of misdemeanor or felony offenses from any state;

• Must be able to relate to and work well with other staff, clients, volunteers, board members, agency personnel, family members, public, etc.;

• Must possess good organizational skills;

• Must be able to work well under pressure, handle emergency situations and crises;

• Must present and maintain a positive image to the community.

 

Required Skills

• Ability to read, write, and speak English;

• Ability to understand and work within the Team Model;

• Understands the dynamics of trauma-informed care and has the ability to identify and respond to victims of violence;

• Demonstrates the ability to exercise and model healthy boundaries with clients and others;

• Maintains professional working relationships with staff and program stakeholders;

• Possesses strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills;

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to operate a computer, multi-line phone, and other office equipment.

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Salary - $45,000.00 - $70,000.00 depending on credentials and experience

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Apply here: Job Details | LinkedIn

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Or call 601-932-4198 for submission details.