Therapist, Residential and Home Based Foster Care (23568)

Therapist, Residential and Home Based Foster Care

Albany-New Karner-NPCS - Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range $28.85 - $35.00 Hourly Position Type Per Diem Education Level Masters Travel Percentage Up to 25% Category Nonprofit - Social Services

Overview

Therapist, Residential and Home Based Foster Care

As a therapist for our Residential and Foster Home setting you will provide clinical services to children who have been removed by family court, including identified family members as well as foster families. You will provide services in a residential program, foster home or one of our satellite offices. You will work within our Residential and Foster care settings that serve children who have been removed from the care of their parents or guardians due to abuse and neglect. You will provide individual and Family psychotherapy to children and families to help manage trauma and address issues that impact permanence in their lives. You will report to the clinical supervisor or Clinical Director. You will work onsite and in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Provide assessment, treatment planning, and general counseling for children in foster care
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to children and families, when needed
• Conduct specialized risk assessments
• Consult with other staff involved in the care of the child and families
• Participate in supervision
• Provide direct therapy to clients based on the agreed upon service targets.
• Have regular communication/meeting with birth families around progress/problems of children in care and how to support them in and work towards permanency.
• Provide regular case documentation for all children and families on workload including assessments, progress notes and treatment planning.

Requirements and Education:

• Master's degree in social work or related mental health field with one year of related experience required.
• Professional licensure required: (LMSW with 3 years' experience, LMHC/LMHC-D, LMFT/LMFT-D, LCAT, LCSW)
• 3 years post Masters' Degree with limited permit accepted.
• Valid NYS driver's license required

Benefits

• EAP
• Sick Leave
• 401 (K) plan
• Free training/CEU opportunities

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Northern Rivers Family Services is committed to keeping a safe and healthy working environment for all employees and the clients we serve. As an employee of Northern Rivers Family Services, you will be expected to perform your job in the safest possible manner and to acknowledge that safety is an important part of everyday performance. As an employee of Northern Rivers Family Services, you will adhere to all safety procedures and take part in safety program activities.