As an Unaccompanied Children (UC) Therapist, you will be primarily responsible for providing weekly individual and group therapy sessions with newly arriving clients (primarily Spanish speaking). This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
* Conduct weekly group therapy sessions twice per week with clients in the program, while meeting
the pre-defined and stipulated minimum billable hours in office requirements per week as defined
by supervisor and program expectations;
* Conduct weekly individual sessions with clients or as outlined in the therapeutic treatment plan;
* Complete and report on client intakes, closing summaries, and psychosocial documentations in a
timely manner and in accordance with agency standards;
* Provide reports and testimony in court, as requested;
* Administer the intake psychosocial assessment within 24-48 hours of client's arrival to the
program;
* Administer the trafficking assessments within the defined number of days of the client's arrival to
the program;
* Provide additional counseling sessions with children and their families either by phone or skype,
as needed, to assist in the reunification process;
* Attend meetings with the treatment team and actively participate in meetings;
* Meet weekly with the Program Coordinator and/or Program Manager to share updates on client's
progress;
* Attend training provided internally and in the community and apply newly gained knowledge in
providing services;
* Translate both written and verbal communication for program clientele and staff;
* Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, to review case plan and direction,
and to evaluate client participation and progress;
* Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts;
* Effectively utilize appropriate systems for data gathering, submission, and tracking client services
rendered in accordance with time-bound expectations based on contract requirements, agency
expectations, and program policy;
* Establish and maintain referral and community resources;
* Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;
* Stay up-to-date on treatment modalities and complete trainings as required by funding sources,
by attending conferences, seminars and journal reading;
* Complete other duties as assigned.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to
HR@insightglobal.com.
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy:
https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
* Master's degree in Social Work with clinical experience in the program or Master's degree in
Psychology, Sociology, or other relevant behavioral science area in which direct clinical
experience is a program requirement from an accredited college;
* At least two (2) years of post-master's program experience in child and family services or
counseling preferred with an active LCSW or LCPC;
* Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of social work as
acquired through a master's level degree;
* Active professional licensure in the state of the work location;
* Bi-lingual English and Spanish preferred;
* Prior knowledge and experience with trauma informed treatment modalities;
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
* Demonstrated experience working with children and families from diverse cultures with sensitivity
to cultural differences and norms;
* Demonstrated ability to build rapport with clients to help them adjust to new life circumstances;
* Demonstrated ability with providing excellent clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills;
* Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service;
* Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
* Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the
essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident;
* Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis
immunization;
* Proficiency within a Windows OS and Microsoft Office environment
* Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years of driving experience to
operate a vehicle on behalf of the client. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
* Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.