4 Counseling jobs

The Caribbean Mountain Academy staff work with troubled teens at Crosswinds’ therapeutic Christian boarding school in the Dominican Republic. Through counseling and 24/7 personalized care, they work every day to change the lives of hurting teens. All counselors, teachers, and other key positions are licensed professionals. The physical and emotional safety of teens in their care the staff’s number-one priority. https://caribbeanmountainacademy.com The Residential Therapist is responsible to provide assessments, treatment planning, individual, group, family, and parent counseling for assigned clients. The Residential Therapist is also responsible for taking part in staff meetings and Therapeutic Team meetings to aid in the overall treatment of the clients.    Responsibilities Provide structured, goal-oriented, time-limited therapy with individuals and their families who request service. Engage and assist the family's participation in the treatment planning process. Facilitate competent counseling services from a faith-based perspective. Visit with clients and their families via phone, Skype, and in person as scheduled with them. Provide emergency and crisis consultation on a 24-hour basis. Completion of clear, accurate documentation of 1) all contacts with clients, 2) monthly reports, 3) treatment plans, and 4) court reports (as needed). Complete all clinical and agency paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Demonstrate respect, religious and cultural sensitivity to all clients and to all referral sources. Maintain strict confidentiality at all times to protect clients' privacy. Comply with required in-service / continuing education hours as outlined in policy manual. Attain/maintain CPR and First Aid Certification. Engage in weekly staffing and address risk management areas to ensure safety. Ensure that services are provided Effectively, Efficiently, and with Evidence for each case.   Examples of Tasks Assist and teach through role modeling and hands-on education, guidance, parenting education, and effective non-physical discipline/redirection of youth. Provide therapy with emphasis on needed areas. Examples include, but are not limited to: stress management, communication skills, conflict resolution, goal setting, behavior modification, marital enrichment, family organization and structure, self-esteem, etc. Demonstrate respect for sociocultural values, personal goals, lifestyle choices, and complex family interactions and deliver services in a culturally competent fashion. Provide transportation for client for services, as needed.   Qualifications Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Be a licensed clinician or be pursuing a professional license (LMHC, LMFT, LCSW). Belief in the family preservation philosophy. Understanding of integrating the Christian faith in counseling of clients. Knowledge of family of origin / inter-generational issues. Knowledge of child and adult development and child abuse and neglect. Knowledge of community resources.

Job Title: Family Specialist (Indianapolis and Columbus, Indiana) Openings   Department:                         Family Services   Employment Status:           Full-time/Regular/Exempt   Qualifications:                    A Christian with strong convictions who is also in agreement with White’s mission statement, Statement of Faith, and Code of Conduct.A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Human/Social Services, Human Development and Life Studies, Family and Consumer Sciences or Child Development and three years of experience in community-based support services. Have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions that would limit the ability to perform job functions.   Reports to:                            Regional Manager and Clinical Supervisor   Job Summary:                    The Family Specialist is knowledgeable and experienced in regards to the application of appropriate social work skills and principals. The Family Specialist demonstrates the ability to exercise independent judgment and function as a team member in the professional treatment effort as it applies to each child/family on the assigned caseload.  The Family Specialist must be equipped to identify the needs of the children and families in their care, and to address those needs through the application of various components of all of the White's Family Services care models, including Foster Care, Independent Living, Home-Based Services, and Adoption Services.  This position is an integral part of the treatment team’s efforts toward permanency; reunification with the legal family, adoption, or independent living.  This position requires an over-arching understanding of the entire continuum of services available for families, children, and the referring agencies. The individual must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.   Basic Responsibilities Case Management   Under the periodic guidance of the Clinical Supervisor, develop conceptualization for each assigned case (in conjunction with the treatment team) Attend and represent White’s at review hearings as well as child and family team meetings; make objective recommendations to the court and the team Develop an individualized treatment plan for each assigned child/family in consultation with placing agency worker, program manager, and clinical supervisor Pursue case goals utilizing various resources: community supports, resource family life, supplemental counseling, psychiatric services, therapeutic activities, etc. Regularly evaluate child/family progress and periodically meet with treatment team to review cases Advocate for child and family’s needs and best interests by assisting in the identification of service gaps and community resources to meet identified needs Maintain appropriate and required documentation consistent with accreditation and Department of Child Services treatment standards: Individual Treatment Plan, Monthly Progress Report, Closing Summary, case notes, outcome measures, etc. Keep placing agency workers informed about family and child’s progress, major crises, etc.   Foster Families   Build and maintain positive, supportive, and encouraging working relationships with resource families Direct resource families in their efforts to be therapeutic in their work with those placed in their home Attend resource family trainings; co-facilitate training and/or activities for children   Foster Children and Independent Living Youth   Facilitate independent living youth in securing entitlements and other collateral resources Prepare each foster child for the identified permanency goal in a developmentally appropriate manner in conjunction with other service providers including the referring agency staff and therapist when applicable Enhance foster child functioning by providing basic counseling, psycho-education, skills training, etc. Implement and maintain therapeutically sound treatment programming for youth in independent living program consistent with White’s mission and philosophy Prepare independent living students for self-sufficiency by facilitating experiential and didactic exercises and activities     Families of Origin/Guardians/Adoptive Parents   Build working relationships with birth/adoptive parents with whom foster child is to be reunified by facilitating parenting time and regular communication (if this is the case plan) Prepare birth/adoptive parents for reunification by evaluating the safety of living environments Assess family dynamics and needs to facilitate case plan goal achievement as accessibility permits Serve as a resource coordinator for families in mobilizing and securing resources for critical needs; this may involve transporting families to resources or bringing such to them Provide mentoring and teaching resources: nurturing/parenting skills, problem-solving/conflict resolution skills, child development, and self-esteem concepts Coordinate establishment of a family support team to meet with family regularly Identify and engage informal supports to assist after White’s services are no longer active Coordinate development and implementation of family goal plan; includes a safety plan for children and parents; includes objectives for growth in family’s assets; includes issues as well as basic needs Formally assess families using the approved instruments within the first 30 days of admission Complete assessments in conjunction with therapists to guide family preparation for adoption, when appropriate Facilitate training in issues related to adoption, when appropriate     Agency Support and Enhancement   Construct a working relationship with placing agency workers of children and families with whom they work through regular and consistent communication regarding case plan progress Be a positive liaison between White’s, placing agencies and other community stakeholders by communicating White’s mission, vision, and values   Professional Development   Participate in Clinical Supervision regularly Fulfill reading assignments to improve relevant skills and abilities Attend workshops and other opportunities for professional growth Participate in periodic field observation by the Clinical Supervisor or Designee Analyze and assess performance feedback through the Coaching Review process       Other   Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager, Clinical Director, or VP and Executive Director of Family Services   3 Skill, Supervision, Knowledge, and Ability   The Family Specialist must be an individual with a Christian and professional commitment to work with children and youth of all ages, their families, the referring agency, community professionals, and the White's Family Services’ treatment team Must demonstrate initiative and the ability to complete work assignments with moderate to minimal direct supervision Must be dependable, well-organized, and an effective time manager Must clearly, concisely, and professionally communicate ideas through good verbal and writing skills Must understand basic counseling/helping skills Must maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality Must personably, genuinely, empathetically, and emotionally communicate and interact with foster children, resource families, birth families, other professionals, and placing agency workers Must be a team player –enjoy working closely with other staff members and to be flexible, adaptive, and positive in his/her actions Must be a positive role model for the children and youth assigned Must maintain appropriate hygiene and attire Must be committed to the Mission, Core Values, and Vision of White's Residential and Family Services     Physical Demands of Position   Must be able to drive long distances for foster home visitation, court hearings, visitation, etc. Must be able to handle the challenge of prioritizing multiple roles and responsibilities, attend to crises and other unplanned events with minimal to moderate direct supervision, and meet regular deadlines for required documentation   Working Conditions   Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (part-time employees will work as needed) Travel, supervised visitation, home visits, and other tasks will regularly extend beyond these office hours. The Family Specialist will be expected to respond to child and family crises when available. Their cell phone number will be given to staff and to resource families to use as needed. The Family Specialist is required to participate in an on-call rotation.   

Job Title:                               Compass Rose Academy Therapist   Department:                        Compass Rose Academy   Employment Status:           Full-time/Regular/Exempt   Qualifications:                     A Christian with strong convictions who is also in agreement with White’s mission statement, Statement of Faith, and Code of Conduct. Must have a Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology. Must be licensed by the State of Indiana as a LMHC, LCSW, or HSPP.  Depending on the assignment, additional experience and specialized credentialing and/or licensing may be required in the areas of Substance Abuse or Sexually Maladaptive behavior.  Training and experience in a psychodynamic psychotherapy model and one year of residential/social service experience is preferred. Must be able to professionally and effectively integrate faith and psychology. Must be trained, or willing to be trained, in Trauma Focused – Cognitive Behavior Therapy.   Reports to:                            Compass Rose Academy Director of Clinical Services   Job Summary:                     Provide treatment oversight and direction including matters related to assessment and treatment planning/review for residential youths.  Complete clinical assessments, progress reports, and direct clinical services for assigned youth.  Maintain active and ongoing communication with parents and Educational Consultants (in applicable cases). Assist with staff development activities related to mental health diagnoses and treatment provision within the framework of Compass Rose Academy’s Growth Model as well as TF-CBT.  The therapist must demonstrate sensitivity to the service population religious, cultural, and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.   Basic Responsibilities Treatment   Complete individual, group, and family therapy per treatment plans and as scheduled Assist with Parent Group and Parent Weekend trainings/activities Provide crisis response for residential program (join rotation of therapists to respond for suicide/self-harm emergencies)   Administrative   Complete Clinical Services Assessments to provide provisional DSM diagnoses for clients Complete Clinical Services Treatment Plans Complete Clinical Services prior authorizations for services Complete Service Note Documentation Complete Compass Rose Academy Treatment Plan and Progress Reports Complete Critical Incident Reports when necessary Assist with Compass Rose Academy program development research, planning, and implementation   Consumer Relations   Communicate with parents, Educational Consultants, and other external consumers/consultants Coordinate Treatment Planning Meetings   Skills, Supervision, Knowledge, and Ability   Oversee scheduled Treatment Review Meetings for assigned youths as needed Participate with staff development activities relating to mental health diagnoses and treatment provision Provide input into Houseparent performance evaluations   Physical Demands of Position   Must be able to actively participate in the physical restraint of students who are in crisis (expected to meet the requirements of MindSet restrictive interventions). Must be able to handle the stress of intervening in crisis situations, handling medical emergencies, and making decisions quickly. Must be able to do significant walking. Must be able to respond 24 hours a day and receive phone calls in relationship to youth served.     Working Conditions   Living on campus is optional and dependent upon the needs of the therapist and organization. Therapist must live within 15 minutes of campus if they do not reside on campus. Normal work hours will be Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. four days and 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. one day. Additional flexibility may be needed to meet changing needs of the organization. Must be available for quarterly Parent Weekends. Must be available for monthly Saturday morning Parent Group, six times per year. Clinical on call as scheduled by supervisor. Must attend work regularly and be on time. Must be able to work with residents' medical problems,including exposure to bodily fluids.