Licensed Trauma Therapist
Job Description
Position Summary
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.
Responsibilities
Regulatory:
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Complete treatment plan for each new resident;
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Document appropriately into resident’s file;
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Train all staff monthly on Trauma Related Behaviors and Trauma Informed Interventions
Multi-Disciplinary Tasks:
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Review and approve or refer all placement requests;
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Consult with caseworkers, advocates, etc. for coordination of services for each resident;
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Attend weekly case reviews with direct care staff.
Client Related Tasks:
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Complete therapeutic intake for each new resident within 48 hours of arrival;
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Discuss with each client weekly progress reports;
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Provide monthly one-on-one parent discussions for each child client;
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Review situations requiring resident referral;
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Attend staff meetings and training as required.
Required Background
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Must provide proof of a valid LCSW or LPC license;
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Must be 21 years old or older;
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Must possess a valid driver’s license;
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Must have no criminal history record convictions of misdemeanor or felony offenses from any state;
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Must be able to relate to and work well with other staff, clients, volunteers, board members, agency personnel, family members, public, etc.;
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Must possess good organizational skills;
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Must be able to work well under pressure, handle emergency situations and crises;
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Must present and maintain a positive image to the community.
Required Skills
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Ability to read, write, and speak English;
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Ability to understand and work within the Team Model;
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Understands the dynamics of trauma-informed care and has the ability to identify and respond to victims of violence;
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Demonstrates the ability to exercise and model healthy boundaries with clients and others;
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Maintains professional working relationships with staff and program stakeholders;
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Possesses strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills;
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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Ability to operate a computer, multi-line phone, and other office equipment.
Salary - $45,000.00 - $70,000.00 depending on credentials and experience
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