Therapist Developmental Disabilities

About the role

The Guidance Center is a leading provider of services for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, offering over 14,200 services annually through 25 programs. This position is part of the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities program and offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Administer evaluations to determine medically necessary services and provide written reports
• Provide consultation to staff, guardians, and families regarding therapeutic interventions
• Offer direct counseling services to individuals and families
• Conduct staff in-services specific to people served
• Present information to the Behavior Treatment Committee for review and approval
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on the needs of the person receiving services
• Obtain, analyze, and evaluate significant data to develop service plans and programs
• Provide therapeutic support services to children and families
• Develop and maintain written records necessary for professional practice
• Complete 24 hours of program and position-specific training annually

Requirements

• Masters degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, or Psychology from an accredited institution
• Valid LLMSW, LMSW, LLPC, LPC, TLLP, or LLP license from the State of Michigan with at least 7 months experience working with persons with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, including autism
• LLMSW or LMSW preferred
• One year experience in the examination, evaluation, and treatment of minors and their families
• Group experience and home-based service experience are preferred
• A nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individual families
• The ability to engage and maintain clinical relationships with families
• The ability to develop collaborative relationships with other providers
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems
• A willingness to be flexible, patient, and creative

Qualifications

Candidate must meet the criteria for Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Profession (QIDP) and Children’s Mental Health Professional (CMHP) within four months of hire.