Youth Therapist of Children's Services

Title: Youth Therapist of Children's Services Location: Parsippany, NJ (Morris County) Shift Hours: Flexible (40 hours/week) Number of Openings: 1 Purpose To assess need for treatment, document and deliver clinical evidence‑based behavioral health services to youth and their families in a community‑based setting. Design and provide clinical interventions, teach staff and actively participate on the treatment team to enable youth to reach their highest levels of independence in the community. Will perform all duties necessary to meet state approved objectives, including the requirement that the employee cooperate with the licensee and Department of Children and Families (DCF) staff in any inspection or investigation. Will address any issues regarding the health, safety and/or welfare of the above mentioned individuals in cooperation with Allies, Inc. Program Manager, Allies, Inc. Administrative staff and/or Case Management entities, as applicable. Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from an accredited college with a Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or other behavioral science program approved for clinical licensure. At least two years of experience working with youth with severe and complex behavioral/mental health/developmental disabilities. Must have either a LAC, LSW, LPC or LCSW. Maintain professional license and continuing education requirements as per their credentialing board. Have secured or will secure and maintain Strength and Needs Assessment certification within 30 days of employment, and maintain it as required by DCF. Ability to work effectively as part of a multi‑disciplinary treatment team. Ability to work a flexible full‑time work week as directed by your supervisor to meet the needs of the program and youth in our care. Ability to physically assist and/or transfer up to at least 50 lbs. Possess an unrestricted Drivers' License valid in the state of New Jersey. Must be at least 21 years old. Possess Basic Computer Literacy skills. Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in English and direct/respond to client’s needs. Must be able to attend up to five days of New Hire Training at Headquarters office in Mercer County, NJ. Required Skill Level The ability to exercise good judgment and use common sense. The ability to remain calm in crisis situations. The ability to interact with a wide range of people and families with respect. The ability to approach daily work from a person‑centered perspective. The ability to follow direction and delegate tasks. The ability to lead a clinical treatment team addressing the behavioral stabilization and rehabilitation needs of children with co‑occurring diagnoses. The ability to effectively use technology and software needed to obtain authorization and properly document treatment. Responsibilities Facilitate admissions, assess behavioral needs, complete bio‑psycho‑social assessments, develop and implement appropriate plans of care, assess and modify treatment plans in response to changing behavioral health needs of individuals served. Gain prior authorization and reauthorization on time as required meeting the needs of youth via the Strength and Needs Assessment, Performcare Joint Care Review / Treatment Planning systems. Provide hands‑on and clinical training effectively by supervising the general behavioral needs of each individual served while promoting a consumer‑oriented approach to behavioral supports. Interact with other support staff and administration to ensure continuity, proper accurate timely documentation and coordination of care. Document information and interventions in accordance with DCF, Medicaid and ALLIES, INC. requirements. Communicate effectively with supervisor, other support staff, youth, families, and outside agencies as appropriate. Participate in client‑centered treatment team meetings and staff meetings as assigned. Provide training for individuals served in the areas of managing behavioral needs and conduct on‑going training for staff as directed. Provide training for support staff on specific behavioral support methods and plans related to the specific needs of the individuals served. Review the implementation of approved treatment plans/programs. Respond to crises and provide interventions as needed, including but not limited to hands‑on restraints if required. Review pertinent records of individuals on a need to know basis, while following HIPAA guidelines. Recommend policies and procedures on behavioral support/intervention/planning as new methods become available. Participate in appropriate professional growth and continuing education opportunities. Works with each individual's treatment team, IDT and all other interested parties to build self‑esteem and social capital for each individual served. Be on‑call as directed by agency administration. Initiative Required The Youth Therapist must be able to handle the pressure of training in a public environment, exercise patience, work with flexible schedules; and respond to crisis situations. The ability to effectively communicate, with subordinate and supervisory staff, other agencies and members of the community is crucial to successful integration. The position also requires the full use of good judgment and common sense during daily affairs, whether at or away from the residence. Professional communication and appropriate language, whether written or oral, is essential in everyday activities. This communication may be with any person involved in the life of the individuals living in the home. Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance and supports for an individual. On certain occasions it may be necessary for you to work at a different location other than your home base – this is a requirement of your employment. It is not the intent of this job description to cover all of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The aforementioned are some of the important areas of responsibility and are intended to convey a general understanding of the position. Equal Opportunity Employer: Allies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, individual genetic information or non‑disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability in each aspect of the human resources function. #J-18808-Ljbffr Primepoint, LLC