Therapist

Job Description Summary :

The Therapist within the Will's Place program is responsible for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of therapeutic services. The therapist is responsible for delivering a full range of outpatient services for adolescents and families impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction / substance use and mental health) issues. The Therapist demonstrates a welcoming, empathic, hopeful attitude and conveys a philosophy of dual recovery. The Therapist is trained and / or experienced in working with mental illness and / or substance use. The Therapist recognizes that the individuals we serve often times have experienced trauma that affects their development and adjustment. The therapist will be trained in trauma-informed care and will work to help provide services in an environment that is sensitive and responsive in order to prevent victimization, abuse, or trauma as a result of the care received. The therapist reports to the Clinical Director of Will's Place and works closely with Center psychiatrists and other therapists. If licensed, he / she may supervise unlicensed therapists and / or interns

Education :

• Master's degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Responsibilities :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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