Licensed Group Therapist
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteAkron, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Develop and update treatment plans for all clients while documenting results on a semi-annual basis. Administer therapeutic groups based on individual client needs, leading sessions and planning curricula approved by the Clinical Supervisor. Supervise client activities, ensuring safety and whereabouts during CAGS time, and utilize the Therapeutic Crisis Model for interventions when necessary. Provide required delivery hours, participate in daily client transportation, and attend staffings and supervision meetings. Report all incidents and document progress notes daily to the CAGS Clinical Supervisor. Maintain current licensure and complete all required training to support youth and families achieving resiliency.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum BA, BS or MA Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field
- Valid Ohio LSW or LPC
- Experience working with children, adolescents and their families
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
- Driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency's insurance company
- Approval by Bellefaire to transport clients in own vehicle
- Skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role
- Ability to keep knowledge up to date
- Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment
- Proven effective leadership skills
- Awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics
- Clear communication using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context
- Clear understanding and use of professional language
- Adherence to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability
- Application of ethical concepts within scope of work
- Adherence to Agency policies and procedures
- Effective functioning as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members
- Recognition of problems and appropriate responses
- Ability to gather information and sort through it to identify and address root cause issues
- Ability to make timely decisions
- Knowledge of mental health assessment
- Knowledge of treatment planning
- Knowledge of developmental psychopathology
- Knowledge of systems and methods in family therapy
- Knowledge of group therapy
- Knowledge of child psychotherapy
- Knowledge of DSM 5 diagnoses
- Knowledge of behavioral therapy
- Sensitivity in relating to persons of varying backgrounds
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people possessing various strengths, aptitudes and abilities
- Current status of all training requirements
- Attendance at scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training
- Current status of all required certifications and licensure
- Respect for the privacy of clients
- Confidentiality of all information obtained during the client's treatment
- Maintenance of high standards of ethical and professional conduct
- Adherence to Agency policies and procedures
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