Pay Range: $80,000-$91,440 per year Catholic Charities of Baltimore, VMCR is currently seeking Therapists who will provide trauma-informed clinical therapy in clinic and school settings. We offer an unmatched training and support system with caring and very skilled clinical supervisors. Therapists receive free weekly clinical supervision and robust training with free continuing education credits, making the position ideal for new grads as well as seasoned therapists who are ready for the rewards... more details
Pay Range: $80,000-$91,440 per year
Catholic Charities of Baltimore, VMCR is currently seeking Therapists who will provide trauma-informed clinical therapy in clinic and school settings. We offer an unmatched training and support system with caring and very skilled clinical supervisors.
Therapists receive free weekly clinical supervision and robust training with free continuing education credits, making the position ideal for new grads as well as seasoned therapists who are ready for the rewards that come with working for a mission-based agency. We offer great benefits; a very generous incentive program and we promote a healthy work-life balance! If this sounds like what you deserve in a workplace, look no further than Catholic Charities!
When you do what you love, you inspire yourself and awaken the hearts of others.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides high quality therapy to assigned caseload.
- Conducts intake assessments to collect necessary background information, assess medical and clinical status of clients, and establish appropriate diagnosis according to DSM-5 standards and definitions.
- Determines the needs to be addressed and the level of therapy required, including consultation with other clinical staff.
- Develops treatment plans based on intake and diagnosis to establish clear and measurable goals and objectives for client treatment based on intake and diagnosis.
- In school settings, interfaces and collaborates with school staff as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
VILLA MARIA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FALLSTAFF CLINIC:
- Provide therapy to the Afghan refugee students, adults, and families in a clinic and/or public school or in the community.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key school staff, providing consultation and psychoeducation regarding the needs of the Afghan students and families.
- Provide supportive psychoeducation groups for Afghan students and families.
- Provides family therapy which may include visiting families during evening hours.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bilingual: Dari/Pashto
- Master's degree from an accredited college approved by the Board.
- For LMSW & LCSW-C Master’s degree in Social Work.
- For LGPC & LCPC Master’s degree in Psychology or Counseling.
CERTIFICATION/LISENSURE:
- Therapist I: LMSW or LGPC
- The Therapist I is licensed and works while receiving weekly supervision.
- Therapist II: LCSW-C or LCPC
- Minimum two years post-graduate experience in providing behavioral health services.
- Therapist II's are expected to be self-sufficient with limited supervisory input.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Ability to act with discretion, tact, confidentiality, and professionalism in all situations.
- Capable in the assessment and treatment of emotionally disturbed clients including knowledge of psychological and developmental theory.
- Proven ability in identifying variety of treatment modalities (single, group, family, and play therapy) and clinical interventions appropriate to the caseload served.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills in identifying client needs and developing plans to address those needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Must be available and respond to work related telephone calls during specified hours.
- May require work in areas with community violence and/or communities at-risk.
- May require work in schools or other buildings that do not have ideal workspaces or do not offer access to supportive technology on-site.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:
- FREE weekly supervision
- FREE Continuing Education and paid days to attend offsite Continuing Education
- $100 towards licensure fees
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work hours
- Health/Dental/Vision
- Vacation/sick/holiday pay
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
- Tuition Advancement
- Paid Parental Leave
Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.
Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.
