Child Therapist (LPC or LICSW)

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking to work for an extraordinary position as an independent therapist while enjoying the best benefits and working environment?

Children in Balance is seeking a Therapist (LPC or LICSW)

Our Therapists provide psychotherapy treatment services, treatment planning, and implementation to assigned clients at a relaxed, “spa” like private practice. You create your own schedule and have the flexibility to enjoy life outside of work.

Essential Functions:

 

• Maintain effective working relationships with families, children/youth, colleagues, consultants, and community agencies.

• Complete required documentation and reports within the defined timelines and/or as requested and ensure that case records meet documentation standards.

• Have a passion for children and their families

 

Competencies:

• Accountability for Others

• Accurate Listening

• Attitude toward Honesty

• Balanced Decision Making

• Commitment to the Job

• Consistency and Reliability

• Enjoyment of the Job

• Flexibility

• Handling Stress

• Human Awareness

• Internal Self Control

• Meeting Standards

• Persistence

• Personal Accountability

• Relating to Others

• Frequent Interaction with Others

• Frequent Change

• Urgency

 

Work Environment:

 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

 

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are flexible as full-time is considered 20-25 sessions per week. We offer in-person and teletherapy options.

 

Required Education and Experience

Previous work as a therapist in a clinic or private practice is preferred.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling from an accredited college or university.

• Current LICSW West Virginia State License or WV LPC.

• Minimum of one (1) year in providing direct social work services to children/youth and families

 

Preferred Education and Experience

• Current LICSW West Virginia State License LPC West Virginia State License

• Current West Virginia State Psychologist

 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Client file maintenance

• Computer literacy

• Ability to effectively express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing

• Able to assess strengths and level of functioning of children and families and determine necessary service needs and treatment strategies using sound, objective decision making

• Able to engage children and families in a positive therapeutic alliance

• Able to work cooperatively with others in a treatment team.

• Federal and State Fingerprinting Background Checks

Company Description

At Children In Balance, we provide individual and family therapy to address a wide array of child and teen mental health issues, as well as parenting concerns. We provide a safe and warm environment where each child is encouraged to explore their behavioral and emotional issues. Each counselor is trained in Evidenced Based Treatments such as Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dr. Greenspans, Floor-time Therapy.

In Addition to providing the above treatments, our counselors also provide effective coping skills that are effective throughout many of the hurdles of you child or adolescents life. The use of our Biofeedback Therapy is a great tool to assist with any Anxiety, Depression, and/or Impulse Disorders.

We are able to teach effective parenting strategies and discipline techniques which can help assist those struggling with an out-of-control child or disrespectful teenager. Also our counselors are very supportive in assisting with co-parenting, improving conflict resolution skills and communication skills within the family dynamic.

Company Description

At Children In Balance, we provide individual and family therapy to address a wide array of child and teen mental health issues, as well as parenting concerns. We provide a safe and warm environment where each child is encouraged to explore their behavioral and emotional issues. Each counselor is trained in Evidenced Based Treatments such as Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dr. Greenspans, Floor-time Therapy.\r\n\r\nIn Addition to providing the above treatments, our counselors also provide effective coping skills that are effective throughout many of the hurdles of you child or adolescents life. The use of our Biofeedback Therapy is a great tool to assist with any Anxiety, Depression, and/or Impulse Disorders.\r\n\r\nWe are able to teach effective parenting strategies and discipline techniques which can help assist those struggling with an out-of-control child or disrespectful teenager. Also our counselors are very supportive in assisting with co-parenting, improving conflict resolution skills and communication skills within the family dynamic.