Therapist

Chester Community Coalition provides behavioral health services to survivors of gun violence in the City of Chester and Delaware County. We are looking to hire an experienced, self-directed, full-time therapist to join our team. The Therapist works to lead and offer guidance to the individual and support group process, conducts psychosocial assessments, shares therapeutic expertise in order to provide best practices in grief support for adults, children and their families, and identifies needs of clients for case managers. This therapist also may conduct group work with partner organizations who have identified client.

EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING:

• The Group Facilitator is a licensed LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LSW or psychologist with a minimum of a master’s level education in social work, psychology, therapy, counseling, or related field
• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) candidates are welcome to apply
• Master's Degree in Art Therapy or Counseling or a related field with an emphasis in Art Therapy also welcome to apply

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES SOUGHT:

• Two years of post-master’s experience in grief counseling/support AND/OR child and adolescent counseling/therapy
• Experience conducting assessments and providing support services for children and their families
• Familiarity with documentation of clinical work in DAP and/or DIRP format
• Effective communication and public speaking skills
• Experience with grief, loss and trauma as they relate to serving bereaved children and families
• Familiarity with diverse populations and local community resources
• Knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of psychotherapy and the role art/music can play in treatment

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

CLINICAL

• Meet weekly with Lead Therapist and program team for clinical and organizational supervision
• Facilitates groups and provide individual therapy as assigned
• Participate in the client intake and assessment process
• Document group sessions, and submit notes on a weekly basis

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Implement counseling services utilizing current best practices in core arenas of trauma treatment, holistic strengths-based case management, crisis intervention, healthy relationships, constructive coping, resiliency, and interdisciplinary teamwork
• Completes required documentation, including client records, service reports and administrative paperwork thoroughly and in a timely manner
• Ensure that therapy services are delivered in a manner that is consistent with policies, applicable laws, contracts, professional standards, and community expectations
• Ensure quality and effectiveness of groups by adhering to the established curriculum
• Responsible for maintaining clinically accurate and timely record management
• Work in a collaborative manner within the treatment team and throughout the organization
• Attend 1 hour of clinical supervision per week
• Attend team and organizational meetings, activities, and events as required/able

EVALUATION

• Assist in evaluating program effectiveness through observation, experience and gathering feedback
• Participate in data collection as part of standard intake and follow-up procedures
• Assist in improving program curriculum, activities and materials

GENERAL

• Demonstrate ability to work independently and within a team and seek guidance as appropriate
• Demonstrate ability to prioritize, attend to, and complete multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
• Comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We are an organization where everyone pitches in to get done what needs to be done.

It is the policy of CCC to prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, gender, veteran status, political service, affiliation or disability.