Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Program Overview :

CHRIS counseling services are rooted in trauma informed care. This care is directed by an understanding

of neurological, biological, psychological and social effects of trauma. We assess consumers to learn if

trauma occurred and whether it has a role in behavioral health needs. Some trauma includes sexual,

physical, emotional abuse, severe neglect, loss, witnessing violence, substance abuse, imprisoned family

member, and abandonment. Understanding when trauma occurred helps us tailor our responses, treatment and services. Trauma-informed assessments and interventions always acknowledges, respects, and integrates cultural values, beliefs, and practices.

Position Description :

This position provides evidence based clinical services to consumers and the primary duties include but

are not limited to the following :

• Provide positive role-modeling to consumers / clients
• Promote self-esteem
• Promote healthy boundaries
• Promote good hygiene and appropriate personal appearance among youth and young adults
• Reinforce socially acceptable behaviors (ex : manners, eating habits, safety)
• Teach and reinforce thoughtful decision making skills

Assessing consumers / history of trauma, acuity, strengths and needs :

Coordinating Services and Collaboration :

Documentation Requirements :

Additional Requirements :

Qualifications / Competencies :

Salary : 45K-65K (Depending on experience and licensure)

Total Rewards for working at CHRIS 180 :

Travel :

Travel may be required by therapists depending on site assignment. Therapists may be assigned to work

at various sites which will require reliable transportation. Mileage outside of daily commute is reimbursed.

Schedule :

Typically works Monday - Friday between the hours of 8 : 30am - 8 : 00pm. Schedules are flexible based on

need and site assignment. Therapists are typically required to work at least two evenings per week to

accommodate children and adolescent appointments. Schedules may vary based on site

assignment / operating hours. Flexibility is a requirement and schedules are apt to change (with notice)

based on clinic needs, grants, projects, or site assignments.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this

job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is

occasionally required to lift and / or move up to 20 pounds.