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The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services

HRN THERAPIST

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What they do

A Youth Counselor or Worker works with young people, primarily ages 13-18, to provide mentoring and support for dealing with problems. Works in a school or community-based program; may assist with referrals from parole or probation offices. Collaborates with teachers, family members, social workers and health care professionals to help young people facing challenges or crises.

$39,138 / year median in Florida

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

HRN THERAPIST
The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services Jacksonville, FL Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Qualifications Childhood development Family counseling Master's degree Experience working with children Substance abuse counseling Experience working with individuals with trauma-related disorders Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with families Working with individuals with mental health conditions Medicaid regulations Medicaid Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Cross-functional collaboration Child & youth therapy Child counseling Group counseling Substance abuse services in social work
Full Job Description Job Summary :
Provides in-home therapy in the High Risk Newborn voluntary counseling program, with children 0-5 years at risk of abuse and neglect.
Minimum Qualifications :
Education:
Masters degree in Counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Two years experience counseling children and families is required; experience with the high-risk newborn population is preferred. Therapists must have knowledge and skills in: Medicaid; in-home therapy; identification of abused and neglected children and adults; child development, individual and family functioning; substance abuse; postpartum/maternal depression; PTSD; working with hard to reach or resistant individuals and families; collaborating with other disciplines and services; skills in group dynamics and leading group discussions. Experience in play therapy is preferred. Licensure, Certification, and/or
Registration:
Licensed, or License Eligible, in the State of Florida (Registered Intern, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT). Training/certification in Infant Mental Health preferred. Training/certification in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and/or Child-Parent Psychotherapy preferred.
Primary Job Functions:
Provide in-home, in person or telehealth therapy to individuals, children and families. Provide supportive case management to families on caseload to ensure the safety of children in the home and improve family well-being. Maintain in home visitation with child, parent and siblings, including anyone in the family unit - minimum of one hour weekly home visits. Complete assessments on children and families, providing recommendations for treatment and support for child and family members. Works with all staff involved to ensure services are delivered in support of the family's case plan Attend IPT staffings and case staffings as requested. Maintain an electronic calendar of scheduled appointments. Provide professional case consultation to professionals involved in client's case. Prepare reports & documentation in compliance with contracts (funding streams). Refer clients to appropriate community resources and organizations. Maintain client files (including electronic records) according to Medicaid and program standards. Works cooperatively as part of a team. Provide testimony or documentation for court hearings regarding clinical observations (as requested). Attend professional training required by FSSNF and JFCS. Attend monthly staff meetings and one-on-one weekly supervision. Follow professional ethical guidelines. Complete other duties as assigned.
Periodic Job Functions:
Attend professional training. Provide testimony or documentation for court hearings regarding clinical observations (as requested)
Telehealth Other Requirements:
Clear a Level II background screening. (https://info.flclearinghouse.com) Clear a reference check (professional and personal). Clear a local background check from Duval County and the County in which you reside. Clear a drug screen. Provide a copy of your educational attainment on your first day of employment. Clear a Motor Vehicles Records check. Provide proof auto insurance and maintain a minimum personal auto bodily injury liability insurance. Clear an E-Verify check to substantiate that the successful candidate meets the Department of Homeland Security authorization requirements to work in the United States (for more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify).