Residential Therapist

WHAT WE DO
Norris' Group Care Programs include a Residential Unit for boys, a Residential Unit for girls, and a Shelter Unit, all providing treatment, educational, and therapeutic recreational services to youth ages 12 through 17 and their families. Youth receive services related to mental health emotional behavioral disorders, problematic sexualized behaviors, AODA, and trauma, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect. The Norris team strives to provide the best quality care to youth and families by making meaningful connections and providing a safe space for individuals to heal. We engage those we serve, our colleagues and our community with respect, compassion and acceptance.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Norris, Inc. is Transforming lives through the power of connection and healing.


WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Norris is currently seeking a Clinician/Therapist for our Female Youth Residential Program ! Under the supervision and direction of the Director of Clinical Services, the Clinician is responsible to provide individual, group, and family involved care and therapies. All functions and services provided by the Clinician promote the Norris mission and philosophy for providing services utilizing a trauma-informed approach. The Clinician acts in collaboration with other members of the Norris program team, placing agencies and all other program areas, including the Norris Academy. Clinical services provided are according to a personalized treatment plan that the Clinician is responsible for developing based on a thorough initial assessment upon a youth's admission to the program and updating throughout a youth's time at Norris. Additionally, the Clinician is responsible for aftercare planning as well as continued services to the youth and family following the youth transitioning from Norris. This position also helps being in-ratio to help assist our direct care staff.

The hours from this position are approximately 8am-4:30pm, most days with one 'late' night required (12pm-8pm).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides individual, group and family therapy.
• Provides ongoing communication with youth, family members, and placing agencies regarding progress.
• Completes treatment plans, treatment plan reviews, aftercare plans, discharge summaries, and required case management documentation
• Collaborates frequently with Norris Academy regarding educational needs, IEPs, wellness plans and individualized plans.
• Facilitates/co facilitates psychoeducational groups.
• Participates in clinical staffings, team meetings, court hearings and represents Norris.
• Develops and documents aftercare plans with youth, family and placing agencies.
• Develops measurable treatment goals and monitors outcomes.
• Works closely with Health Liaison, educational staff, medical providers, and community partners to ensure youth receive appropriate services.
• Assists leadership in reviewing and providing recommendations regarding admissions, level of care, and program fit.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master's Degree and coursework in clinical psychology, psychology, school psychology, social work or counseling with at least two (2) years of training and experience working with children involved with the child welfare and/or juvenile justice systems and can demonstrate knowledge in trauma-informed and family-focused care in mental health is required.
• State of Wisconsin licensure or an active training license is required; Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or similar licensure preferred.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Great health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• HSA Option where the company will contribute up to $500 annually for an individual plan or $1,000 annually for a family plan.
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
• 4-Weeks of PTO for new hires (pro-rated by hire date)
• Holidays and Birthday PTO day
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 403(b) Plan with Principal
  • Norris provides matching contribution of elective deferral contribution by the employee, after one year of service.
  • Norris Board of Directors has a discretionary fund where they add up to 2% annually non-voluntary to all 403(b) accounts.
• Casual dress
• Free meals when working in-ratio with the youth
• Paid Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• We're a Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Room for Advancement - most of our leaders have moved up from a direct care role

OUR NORRIS VALUES
BELONGING - We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered. We welcome and respect all individuals, regardless of sex, gender identity, pronouns, race, color, socioeconomic status, or background. You belong here. You are safe here.
CONNECTION - We are committed to building meaningful connections with others and this can include emotional, intellectual or experiential connection. Mutual understanding between people is built on moments of feeling seen, heard and valued.
INTEGRITY - We are committed to doing the right thing, even when no one is looking. We understand, accept and choose to live and operate in accordance with a set of principles, which by necessity must include honesty, fairness and decency.
SAFETY - We are committed to ensuring that we create safety for all, including children, youth and families we serve, co-workers and stakeholders. Safety encompasses physical, emotional, interpersonal and moral domains and acknowledges that every person brings their own experiences that define how they feel safe.
COMMUNICATION - We are committed to ensuring a clear exchange of information, intention and emotion. Communication includes clear messaging and confirmation of receipt and understanding.

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/VETS/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants can learn more about the Company's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster at KnowYourRights.pdf and its Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination provision at PayTransparencyNotice.pdf