KidSuccess School-Based Therapist and Lead Clinician

Description:

Salary Range:

$61,000

• $66,000 annually

Position Summary:

This position provides school-based mental health counseling to students, consultation and collaboration with school staff, and case management services to students and their families. Provides weekly clinical consultation and supervision to KidSuccess therapists. Essential Functions

• : Provides individual and group therapy to students.

Provides therapy and psychoeducation to families of students as needed. Consults and collaborates with school staff regarding the needs/behavior of students. Provides crisis intervention support. Facilitates referrals to meet the medical and psychiatric needs of clients as indicated. Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation consistent with Agency standards. Participates in team meetings, in-services, and supervisory sessions as required. Facilitates weekly supervision to specific KidSuccess therapists Facilitates small group supervision 1-2 times per month. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Education:

A master's or doctoral degree in counseling or a related field from a CACREP-accredited program.

Experience:

At least two years post master's experience providing child, adolescent, and family therapy.

Other:

Familiarity with

DSM IV/V

codes and Medicaid paperwork required. Computer skills, WORD, EXCEL, and Outlook required. Bilingual

• English/Spanish preferred.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaborating with various levels of staff, including program managers, directors, and board members.

Certifications/Licensing:

License required (LCSW, LPC, LMFT). All mental health clinicians must register with CAQH (Council for Affordable Quality Health) within seven days of date of hire. All unlicensed clinicians must register with the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) prior to the start date and must remain in active status throughout JFS employment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for supervising staff, including assigning work; providing coaching, feedback, and support; supporting performance evaluations of assigned supervisees; and supporting professional development.

Work Environment:

Off-Site Position:

Work primarily takes place in the community with occasional requirements to be at the home office at 3201 South Tamarac Dr., Denver 80231. Work hours are generally during regular business hours, but some evening or weekend work is required to meet program or client needs.

Essential physical requirements:

Frequent sitting and typing. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to travel between sites, communicate effectively, and use standard office and mobile equipment.

Physical effort/lifting:

The employee may occasionally be required to lift up to 10 pounds. If requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

JFS EEO Statement:

JFS is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. JFS does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

COVID-19

considerations: Completion of the primary

COVID-19

vaccination series (per CDC guidance) is required prior to the start of employment.

Agency Overview:

JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need, regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs. We believe in a shared responsibility to support impactful changes throughout our community. Founded 154 years ago, we offer more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, disability services, and farming. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and providing the appropriate services, all from one organization. We continuously evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs that respond to the resulting needs. JFS offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, Legal/ID Theft, supplemental insurances, agency-paid Life/LTD, Employee Assistance Programs, 401(k), 16 paid holidays, and a generous leave program. KidSuccess School-Based Therapist and Lead Clinician 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 3201 South Tamarac Drive, Denver, CO 80231 $61,000

• $66,000 a year
• Full-time Jewish Family Service of Colorado 6 reviews $61,000
• $66,000 a year

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Full-time Description:

Salary Range:

$61,000

• $66,000 annually

Position Summary:

This position provides school-based mental health counseling to students, consultation and collaboration with school staff, and case management services to students and their families. Provides weekly clinical consultation and supervision to KidSuccess therapists. Essential Functions

• : Provides individual and group therapy to students.

Provides therapy and psychoeducation to families of students as needed. Consults and collaborates with school staff regarding the needs/behavior of students. Provides crisis intervention support. Facilitates referrals to meet the medical and psychiatric needs of clients as indicated. Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation consistent with Agency standards. Participates in team meetings, in-services, and supervisory sessions as required. Facilitates weekly supervision to specific KidSuccess therapists Facilitates small group supervision 1-2 times per month. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Education:

A master's or doctoral degree in counseling or a related field from a CACREP-accredited program.

Experience:

At least two years post master's experience providing child, adolescent, and family therapy.

Other:

Familiarity with

DSM IV/V

codes and Medicaid paperwork required. Computer skills, WORD, EXCEL, and Outlook required. Bilingual

• English/Spanish preferred.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaborating with various levels of staff, including program managers, directors, and board members.

Certifications/Licensing:

License required (LCSW, LPC, LMFT). All mental health clinicians must register with CAQH (Council for Affordable Quality Health) within seven days of date of hire. All unlicensed clinicians must register with the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) prior to the start date and must remain in active status throughout JFS employment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for supervising staff, including assigning work; providing coaching, feedback, and support; supporting performance evaluations of assigned supervisees; and supporting professional development.

Work Environment:

Off-Site Position:

Work primarily takes place in the community with occasional requirements to be at the home office at 3201 South Tamarac Dr., Denver 80231. Work hours are generally during regular business hours, but some evening or weekend work is required to meet program or client needs.

Essential physical requirements:

Frequent sitting and typing. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to travel between sites, communicate effectively, and use standard office and mobile equipment.

Physical effort/lifting:

The employee may occasionally be required to lift up to 10 pounds. If requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

JFS EEO Statement:

JFS is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. JFS does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

COVID-19

considerations: Completion of the primary

COVID-19

vaccination series (per CDC guidance) is required prior to the start of employment.

Agency Overview:

JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need, regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs. We believe in a shared responsibility to support impactful changes throughout our community. Founded 154 years ago, we offer more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, disability services, and farming. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and providing the appropriate services, all from one organization. We continuously evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs that respond to the resulting needs. JFS offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, Legal/ID Theft, supplemental insurances, agency-paid Life/LTD, Employee Assistance Programs, 401(k), 16 paid holidays, and a generous leave program.