Clinical Therapist **$2000 BONUS

Company Description

To apply, follow the below link.  Please note applications will not be reviewed unless received through the below link.

https://maple-star-colorado.careerplug.com/j/0ywg4v

Company Description

Are you interested in working with a company that values people has a passion for service?  Do you want to become part of an organization that cares about your personal and professional growth?  If you have answered YES to these questions, then you should consider working for Maple Star! 

Maple Star Colorado is a multi-service agency providing Foster Care, Clinical and Community Services. Maple Star began providing foster care in Denver in 1994 and has since grown to provide in-home, community and office based services throughout the Front Range.  Our trauma informed approach to working with children and families is evidenced is all of our programs with a focus on healing, relationship and providing high quality client care.

Job Description

JOB TITLE:              30 hour/hourly Clinical Therapist

JOB OBJECTIVE:    Provide therapeutic services to client and family in accordance

                                    with the Clinical Services treatment model and trauma sensitivity.

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Lead Clinician, Clinical Supervisor, and/or Director

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct Service:

• Provide individual therapy
• Provide family therapy
• Provide allied therapies (including but not limited to: music, art, movement, recreation, occupational, vocational )
• Complete the following assessments: needs assessment based upon client and family treatment goals
• Develop individualized treatment and crisis plans 
• Communicate with referral agents and supervisor about progress of the client, and significant needs or issues addressed during therapy sessions·      
• Provide guidance to and engage in on-going communication/support with Co-Therapists
• Provide family psycho-educational activities tied to comprehensive treatment
• Coordinate services between various agencies
• Act as liaison between family, referring agencies, and other community organizations

Supervision:

• Participate in a minimum of one face-to-face individual supervision each month
• Participate in bi-monthly supervision in a group setting with other therapists

 Program expectations:

• Participate in the on-call rotation
• Serve as a member of Maple Star’s treatment team
• Exercise HIPAA compliance
• Report any incidents of child abuse or neglect
• Respond appropriately to crisis/emergencies
• Participate in ancillary activities that contribute to client growth 
• Attend and participate in clinical treatment team meetings
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Director

Documentation:

• Complete all necessary documentation and reports in a timely manner, in accordance with Medicaid and/or agency standards
• Follow through on service authorization requirements for each client

Administrative:

• Participate in and complete all required training
• Maintain client files
• Complete and submit work diaries, timesheets, and expenses in expected timeframes

II.   PUBLIC RELATIONS:

Maintain a high degree of professionalism regarding demeanor, dress, language, style, and overall manner

III. WEEKLY SERVICE HOURS (required):  65% (or 20 of 30 hours each week) must be billable activities (face to face individual or family therapy or clinical case management) that pertain specifically to the clinical needs of the client or client’s family. 

Qualifications

IV. Education And Training:

• Master's Degree required; Licensure preferred 
• Must be registered with DORA
• Must have experience working with children and families in various settings 

V. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge and use of a conceptual framework for child and adolescent development, emotional and behavior problems, parenting, crisis intervention, cultural competence, and a range of treatment modalities
• Effective organizational skills including the ability to think clearly and logically; to problem solve effectively; written and oral communication skills; and the ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts for clinical practice with individuals and families. 
• Knowledge of local agencies and other community resources that may serve youth, families, and foster care services.

VI. Other Requirements:

• Must be willing to submit for fingerprinting and a background criminal check.
• Background criminal check must meet the Colorado State Department of Social Services requirements for personnel working in the child welfare system.
• Must not have any positive inquiries found in the grievance board database.
• Therapists can be terminated for any and all positive inquiries to the grievance board.  All therapists must be in compliance with Colorado revised statute 12-42-702.5.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

*Please note that initial communication with applicants will occur via email. Please be sure to check your junk or spam folders and when replying to emails click "Reply All"*

To apply, follow the below link.  Please note applications will not be reviewed unless received through the below link.

https://maple-star-colorado.careerplug.com/j/0ywg4v