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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
nCounselor/ Therapist
nLocation: Laredo, Texas
nPosition: Counselor/Therapist
nEmployment Status: Full-Time
nFunding: Grant-Funded Position
nPosition Summary
nServing Children and Adults in Need, Inc., (SCAN) is seeking a qualified and compassionate Counselor/Therapist to provide trauma-informed behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and their families through SCAN#39;s SAMHSA-funded National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Category III Community Treatment and Service Center.
nThe Counselor/ Therapist will provide screening, assessment, individual and family counseling, treatment planning, crisis intervention, care coordination, and other clinical services to children and adolescents who have experience trauma. The position will support SCAN#39;s efforts to increase access to effective, evidence-based, and trauma-informed services for children and families in Webb County.
nEssential Duties and Responsibilities
nnProvide trauma-informed individual and family counseling services as appropriate.
nConduct clinical screenings, assessments, and reassessments using program-approved instruments.
nDevelop individualized treatment plans based on the needs, strengths, trauma history, and goals of each child and family.
nDeliver evidence-based or evidence-informed trauma treatment practices adopted by the NCTSN project.
nProvide developmentally and culturally responsive services to children, adolescents, and families.
nEngage parents, caregivers, and other family members in treatment when clinically appropriate.
nProvide crisis assessment, safety planning, and intervention as needed.
nCoordinate services and referrals with schools, healthcare providers, behavioral health providers, child-serving agencies, and other community partners.
nMaintain complete, accurate, and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency, grant, licensing, and applicable regulatory requirements.
nParticipate in clinical supervision, case consultation, multidisciplinary team meetings, and program meetings.
nParticipate in required NCTSN, SAMHSA, and agency-sponsored training and technical assistance activities.
nComplete training and work toward proficiency in trauma-focused interventions selected for implementation by the program.
nAssist with collection of required program, clinical outcome, and evaluation data.
nSupport outreach and engagement activities designed to increase awareness of childhood trauma and available services.
nMaintain client confidentiality and comply with HIPPA and all applicable federal and state confidentiality requirements.
nPerform other duties necessary to support the goals and objectives of the SAMHSA NCTSN Category III Project.
n nMinimum Qualifications
nnMaster#39;s degree in Counseling Psychology or a closely related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.
nCurrent Texas behavioral health professional license as an LPC, LPC Associate, or LCSW, as applicable to the services provided,
nKnowledge of trauma-informed care and behavioral health treatment for children and adolescents.
nAbility to work effectively with children, adolescents, parents, caregivers, and multidisciplinary community partners.
nAbility to maintain accurate and timely clinical records.
nStrong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
n nPreferred Qualifications
nnExperience providing behavioral health services to children and adolescents who have experience trauma.
nExperience working with children and families affected by abuse, neglect, family violence, grief, community violence, or other traumatic experiences.
nExperience working in community-based behavioral health programs
nBilingual English/ Spanish skills are strongly preferred.
n nAdditional Requirements
nThe selected applicant must successfully complete all agency-required background checks, screenings, credential verification, and required training prior to or following employment, as applicable. The employee must maintain all professional licenses, credentials, and continuing education requirements applicable to the position.
nBenefits for this Full-Time Position Include:
nnPaid Health and Life Insurance
nPaid Holidays
nPaid Vacation amp; Sick Leave
n401 K Retirement Plan
nBi-weekly Pay (direct deposit)
nDental and Vision Insurance Coverage available at minimal cost
nDetailed Orientation and Ongoing Job Training Provided
n nEqual Employment Opportunity
nSCAN, Inc, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
nSalary: $50,000-$60,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.
nDeadline to apply: Until position is filled.
nThis is a grant-funded position. Continued employment depends on the availability of grant funding and satisfactory job performance.
Worksite address
laredo, TX, 78045, US
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