Children's Group Home Therapist

Job description

Welcome to Connections for Kids Position Boys Group Home Clinician Location Gorham Maine Schedule Monday Friday Day Shift Compensation Up to 72K Plus Amazing Benefits including Tuition Reimbursement Requirements Masters Degree and Conditional Licensure Eligibility Required Benefits Tuition ReimbursementCompetitive salary up to 72000 per year

Top tier full benefits package for full time employees with no waiting period on insurance benefits403b retirement plan with matched contributions

Generous Paid Time Off which increases with longevity

Paid holidays

Relaxed and casual work environment

Supervision hours to obtain your full license

Mileage ReimbursementCompany issued laptop and cell phone

Discounts to area businesses such including an 18 Verizon discount

Discounted pet insurance

Participation in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramA hands on team that is committed to the growth and success of our staff

Qualifications Have a Masters degree

Are Eligible for Conditional Licensure in MaineHold a valid drivers license and proof of auto insuranceJOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides individual and milieu therapy services and documents all treatment in case notes and treatment plans;Maintains regular contact with referral sources; takes referrals when needed and participates in the intake process;Collaborates and develops the treatment plans for each client responsible for writing all Individual Treatment Plans Assessments Case Notes and Discharge Summary;Completes case notes daily and submits billings sheets in accordance with documentation policy;Coordinates the collaborative contact between family and other invested community service providers to ensure a best practice approach to treatment;Provides clinical education & guidance at staff meetings;Documents collateral contacts including telephone and email pertaining to treatment;Helps to manage crisis interventions when arise

Attends meetings that are focused on the identified client as needed;Follows mandated reporter requirements for abuse and neglect of any client and others;Coordinates andor participates in any post treatment aftercare planning or treatment;Attends all CFK meetings that are necessary;Communicates weekly with Supervisor and maintains full adherence to the standards and ethics that serve as the foundation for licensing as social workers;Attends professional trainings and workshops to maintain licensing requirements;Clear and professional documentation of all services provided in accordance with existing social work standards and State of Maine licensing requirements and program policies and procedures;On occasion may need to transport residents in personal vehicleEXPECTATIONS Strong communication skills both written and verbal;Ability to work as a team player;Creative caring and have the ability to be sensitive to a wide variety of cultural and socioeconomic attributes and environments

Able to be organized and prioritize workload;Ability to meet deadlines;Self motivated;Willing to be trained in TF CBT CPRFA and Safety Care;Knowledge of child and adolescent development and behavior management;Must maintain a valid drivers license an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance to be verified regularly;Must be able to successfully complete all phases of pre service training and on going training as required by state and CFK policy;Connections for Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer