Outpatient Therapist- Licensed (PRN / Part-time)
Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. · Lewes, DE · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$30k/yrPart-time
Summary/Objective
The Outpatient Therapist is responsible for providing clinical behavioral health services at a designated DGS location.
About the Role
Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. (DGS) is the largest provider of outpatient behavioral health services to children and families in Delaware. We operate offices in Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Lewes, and Seaford, and we are the only statewide not-for-profit outpatient behavioral health organization for children and adolescents accredited by JCAHO.
Essential Functions
- Provide evaluative, diagnostic, and psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families
- Conceptualize course of treatment inclusive of appropriate modalities, interventions, frequency and duration of clinical services
- Assess clients needs and risks by utilizing crisis intervention skills and/or services
- Apply knowledge related to developmental factors, family and community systems in order to develop and implement treatment planning
- Maintain an assigned caseload in compliance with agency standards related to direct clinical care
- Demonstrate comprehensive skills in providing evaluation, diagnosis, and therapeutic services to build resilience in children, adolescents, adults, and families
- Participate in interagency committees, community task forces, and advocacy special interest groups
- Provides clinical supervision for Masters program interns and staff members as assigned
- Provides feedback and suggestions for program improvement
Administrative & Clinical Documentation
- Engages and collaborates with community resources, make appropriate referrals, and consult with other agencies on behalf of clients
- Collaborates with school staff regarding behavioral health services for students
- Completes required documentation for clinical records within established timeframes
- Participates in scheduled supervision with the direct People Leader
- Maintains active status licensure with respective State of Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
General Interpersonal Skills/Relationships/Teamwork
- Participates in relevant professional development and learning activities
- Communicates effectively and professionally with all stakeholders
- Demonstrates continuous commitment to DGS’ core values
Physical Demands
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- May be requested to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Travel Required
- Occasional travel to various sites and/or community partners
Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree which qualifies for licensure in the state of Delaware as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), License Professional Counselor of Mental Health (LPCMH), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Psychologist.
- Possess Delaware Clinical Licensure (social work, psychology, counseling)
- Minimum of two years of relevant full-time post graduate experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual
Competencies/Capabilities
- Knowledge and application of therapeutic interventions
- Clinical Judgment/decision making/problem solving
- Effective Practice Management
- Adaptability/continuous improvement
- Written & oral communication
- Supervisory responsibilities: None
Work Environment
- Office and/or community settings as assigned, Partial telecommuting with approval
Other Responsibilities
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, tasks or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
- Activities, tasks or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
About Delaware Guidance Services
Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. (DGS) is the largest provider of outpatient behavioral health services to children and families in Delaware. We operate offices in Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Lewes, and Seaford, and we are the only statewide not-for-profit outpatient behavioral health organization for children and adolescents accredited by JCAHO.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Free Professional Development Opportunities
Position Highlights
- Flexible / Hybrid work environment (Partial telecommuting available)
- Flexible Schedule- minimum of 5 hours per week
- Ability to work with children through a mission driven organization