Residential Therapist

u003cdivu003eu003ch2u003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; color: #333333; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eJob Overviewu003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/h2u003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal 'u003eThe Residential Therapist will work with and serve the therapeutic needs of the residents.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eThis position must be an active member of and provide clinical support to the clinical treatment team within each unit.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eThey will be responsible for providing consultation and clinical support to residents in care. Paperwork responsibilities include writing behavior support and individualized treatment plans in a timely and professional manner.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eCommitment to the agency's holistic approach for meeting the needs of youth and their families including physical, social, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs is essential.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal 'u003eu0026 u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal 'u003eu003cstrongu003eEssential Duties: u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eFunction as an advocate for each resident.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eMaintain therapy sessions a minimum of four times per week or as otherwise indicated on the Treatment Plan with assigned residents. Coordinate family counseling when appropriate to treatment.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eIn the event of the therapist's absence (i.e. Vacation) arrangements will be made for continued services for residents.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eFunction as a resource and consultant for the Treatment Associates.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eBe able to give relevant in-service training as needed or requested.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eBe a willing and active member of the Multi-Disciplinary Treatment Teams, residential staffings, admission team meetings and cottage meetings.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eConvene and facilitate resident therapeutic groups as needed.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eAssist staff in improving supportive counseling skills.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eProvide clinical oversight for Treatment Associates in assigned cottage in accordance with Burlington's policies and procedures.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eParticipate in pre-placement and placement processes for new residents.u003cspanu003eu0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eRespond to call down procedures for emergency interventions (i.e., school, residential unit, runaways, psychiatric, family, etc.) and be on call according to the residential weekly schedule.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eTransport and participate in required Court u0026MDT meetings in cooperation with the case managers.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eComplete therapy notes and other relevant individual and group documentation in a timely manner.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eComplete all necessary assessments to assist with treatment planning.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eComplete additional planning related to behavior management, safety, or other issues based on needu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eAttend all required meetings in agreement with the corresponding treatment.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eMaintain assigned client records as directed according to the state of West Virginia Licensing requirements.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eMeet weekly with the Director of Clinical Services.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eCan support the mission and vision of the organization as evidenced by compliance with all organizational policies and procedures.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'margin-left: .75in; text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspanu003ea.u003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eThe mission is to prevent harm and provide hope to hurting children and families.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'margin-left: .75in; text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspanu003eb.u003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eThe vision is to is to be a leader in providing superior and innovative services to every child in need regardless of who they are, what they have done, or where they live by empowering them to discover and fulfill their spiritual, academic, personal, and professional dreams and passions.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'margin-left: .75in; text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspanu003ec.u003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eThe core values that drive the mission and vision are to be: Christian centered; Holistic approach to service - mind, body, and spirit; Every person is of great sacred worth; Unconditional commitment; Acceptance; Trust; Honesty; Best practice; Family focused; Integrity; Respect and dignity; Confidentiality; Advocating for those who cannot do so for themselves; Teamwork; Competency; Faithfulness.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eSupports and facilitates positive interaction with others as evidenced by: professional maturity, respect for others, a team-centered approach, maintenance of confidential information, and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eExhibits effective communication skills including proper use of agency communication systems.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eAssist in family finding.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eDepending on job site assist or complete the mental health assessment and individual service / treatment plan in collaboration with the case manageru003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraphCxSpLast ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ePerforms other duties that fall within the parameters of this position.u003ca name= 'Hlk111112262 'u003eu003c/au003eu003cspanu003eu003cstrongu003eu0026 u003c/strongu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003eu003ch2u003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; color: #333333; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eQualificationsu003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/h2u003eu003cp class= 'MsoNoSpacing 'u003eu003cstrongu003eEducation level:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eMaster's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from an accredited College or University AND hold a license in the in their respective field.u003cspanu003eu0026 u003c/spanu003e(OR be in process of obtaining a license from the State of West Virginia OR be able to get a provisional license in WV with supervised hours.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNoSpacing 'u003eu003cstrongu003eExperience: u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'text-indent: -.25in; 'u003eu003ca name= 'Hlk181881905 'u003eu003c/au003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; color: #333333; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cspan style= 'color: #333333; 'u003eA minimum of two years post-graduate experience in treating/supervising children with emotional/behavioral problems is preferred but not required.u003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003eu003c/divu003e ', 'location ': 'Burlington, WV ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'no ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'WV7-2742896

Created: 2025-02-27