IIHS Community Based Therapist; Licking County

Compensation: $57,000

$5,000 Retention Bonus: You will receive $2,500 after 1 month of employment, $1,000 after 3 months of employment and $1,500 after 6 months of employment with NYAP!

This position is Community Based and will cover Licking County with overlap into Knox County

Intensive In Home Services (IIHS) Therapists with National Youth Advocate Program work in the community as part of our Community Based Therapy team. In this role, you will deliver Intensive In-Home Mental Health Services throughout Carroll and Harrison Counties to adolescents, youth and children, as well as their families, who have been referred or identified by the County Courts, Family and Children First Council, or other County Agencies.

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, you will work closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing counseling or therapy, advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Working at NYAP

• 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• Half-day Fridays throughout the summer
• Excellent Compensation
• Competitive productivity requirements
• Productivity Bonus
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Retirement Matching (401K)
• Supervision Hours (for staff working on Independent Licensure)
• Flexible Hours
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Phone Allowance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family mental health therapy, case management, transportation, and other professional services to clients served

• Managing a small caseload, you will travel daily to provide Intensive In-Home Services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.

• You will meet with each client 2-3 times per week.

• Coordinate and monitor services for the youth and family in the community mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.

• Regularly reviews and modifies youth-based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.

• Establishes and maintains strong relationship with assigned foster parents and families of origin.

• Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan.

• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.

• LSW or LPC required

• Experience in providing both individual and family therapy

• Experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.

• Experience with TF-CBT preferred

• Daily travel required with the willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours if needed

• Must be comfortable providing services in the community and in client homes.

• Must be willing to accept other job duties as assigned

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Apply Today!

www.nyap.org/employment

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Covid-19 Vaccination Note:

In spirit of caring for one another and our community, NYAP Immunization policy and procedure recommends all employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Our organization was established in Ohio and is now in 10 states. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision, 401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off. If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.