Job Title: TherapistDepartment: Family PreservationEmployment Status: Full-time/Regular/ExemptQualifications: Incumbent must be a Christian with strong Christian values and a commitment to living a lifestyle that is aligned with Whites Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith. A Masters Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human/Social Services, Human Development and Life Studies, or a degree which meets the standards for licensure by the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board is required. The incumbent must also have a valid drivers license with no restrictions that would limit the ability to perform job functions and the active pursuit or previous attainment of a license, such as an LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT, is required. Individuals who are in the licensing process or license-eligible are also acceptable. Reports to: Program Director-Family PreservationJob Summary: The Family Preservation Therapist is responsible for applying appropriate counseling skills, principles, and therapeutic modalities in the professional treatment effort as it applies to each family / child on the assigned caseload. This position will be an integral part of the treatment team's efforts toward ensuring the preservation of the referred family unit. The Family Preservation Therapist demonstrates the ability to exercise independent judgment and function as a team member. The Family Preservation Therapist must be equipped to identify the needs of the children and families in their care, and to address those needs through evidence-based practices. This position requires an over-arching understanding of the entire continuum of services available for families, children, and the referring agencies. This Individual must demonstrate sensitivity to our service populations cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.Basic ResponsibilitiesFamily Preservation Therapy Services with Families Formally assess families through standardized instruments and clinical interviewAssess family dynamics and needs to facilitate case plan goal achievementDevelop treatment plans with the client/family within established time framesProvide individual/family/couples sessions, as needed, to address identified clinical needs using appropriate and evidence based therapeutic interventions.Pursue case goals utilizing various resources in conjunction with other service providersAssist in the management of client crises as indicatesAid in the completion of regular family safety assessments and plansIdentify and engage informal supports to assist after Whites services are no longer activeMaintain appropriate and thorough documentation in a timely manner consistent with accreditation and Department of Child Services treatment standards: Individual Treatment Plan, Monthly Progress Report, Closing Summary, case notes, outcome measures, etc.Must possess the basic belief that children are meant to grow up within their family of origin whenever possible, and that such warrants significant, supportive efforts when necessary.Case Management Attend and represent Josiah Whites at review hearings as well as child and family team meetings; make objective recommendations to the court and the team as requestedRegularly evaluate child/family progress and periodically meet with treatment team to review casesAdvocate for child and familys needs and best interests by assisting in the identification of service gaps and community resources to meet identified needsKeep placing agency workers informed about family and childs progress, major crises, etc.Support the interventions of Case Management level team members when necessaryAgency Support and EnhancementAttend case reviews with referral agencies as requestedMaintain a working relationship with referral agency workersBe a positive liaison between Josiah Whites and placing agencies and the public in generalBe a Whites representative on local committees and project committees as requestedProfessional Development Participate in Clinical Supervision regularlyComplete assigned opportunities for individual professional development, including internal, external, and self-directed learning opportunitiesParticipate in periodic field observation by the Regional Manager or DesigneeAnalyze and assess performance feedback through the Coaching Review process OtherPerform other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager or Designee
