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Trauma Therapist (Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor)Family Services Inc. • Poughkeepsie, NY, US
Trauma Therapist (Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor)

Trauma Therapist (Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor)

Family Services Inc. • Poughkeepsie, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
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Job description

Title :

  • Trauma Therapist (Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor) Salary : $30.21 – $32.96 per hour Supervisor :   Clinical Coordinator Status :   Full-Time, Non-Exempt Schedule : Monday – Friday, 35 hours weekly.

This position is hybrid and offers a flexible schedule.   Function :

  • As part of the Center for Victim Safety and Support (CVSS) the Trauma Therapist provides short-term individual therapy and support group services for crime victims.
  • The social worker or mental health counselor has the option for a hybrid work model and a flexible schedule.
  • There are no on-call or weekend requirements.
  • Clinical supervision and continuing education are available.

    • The ideal candidate will possess the following traits :

  • creative thinking, communication, collaboration, resourcefulness, strong advocacy skills, passion for empowering and supporting those impacted by trauma.   Job Requirements : New York State Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).

    • Candidates with limited permits are encouraged to apply.

  • Two (2) years of experience is preferred.
  • Bilingual English & Spanish speaking is preferred.

    • Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) is a plus.    Benefits :

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage. 403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%.
  • Generous paid vacation, holiday, sick and personal time package (2 weeks’ vacation in first year, 13 paid holidays per year, 12 sick days per year and 4 personal days per year).
  • Access to Family Services’ Compassionate Leave Program where employees can donate / receive unused time off.
  • Group term life and long-term disability insurance.
  • Supplemental life insurance & accidental death and dismemberment coverage (AD&D).
  • Supplemental insurance through Aflac.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP).

    • Pet insurance.   Job Responsibilities :

  • Provide short-term trauma therapy (individual and / or group) to adult and child victims of crime, including assessment of client mental health needs, provision of brief social work case management, and referrals and linkages to appropriate internal resources at the Center for Victim Safety and Support (CVSS) and external community resources.
  • Work collaboratively with other treatment providers internally and externally to ensure client-centered, trauma informed, holistic approach to each individual client mental health care.
  • Formulate treatment plans for individual clients and modify treatment plans on an on-going basis to reflect the client’s needs around victimization.
  • Provide continuity of care and develop appropriate aftercare plans.
  • Maintain and grow professional relationships with agency and community partners including internal and external social workers and mental health counselors.
  • Complete all administrative tasks as assigned on a timely basis, this includes, but is not limited to, documentation of daily activities, client related case notes, and biopsychosocial assessment.
  • Assist with fundraisers and special events (some may be outside agency hours of operation).

    • Other duties as assigned based on program need.   Other Requirements :

  • Complete and maintain training certification as NYS DOH Rape Crisis Counselor.
  • Complete mandated reporter training; Report any behavior or implication of behavior of child abuse to the appropriate authorities.
  • Must be able to travel to and from various work locations within Dutchess County, if client need arises.
  • Locations include Family Services, local courts, hospitals, police departments, social services, and other community-based settings.
  • Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of email and Microsoft programs Outlook, Word, and Excel.

    • Established cell phone, with effective coverage for the Dutchess County area.   Our Mission :

  • Family Services brings people together to find the support they need, improving their lives and communities, and building a stronger safer Hudson Valley.   Our Values : Compassion – Extending empathy and understanding to others.
  • Integrity – Being honest and dependable.
  • Hope – Believing in the strength of the human spirit and heart, to emerge and thrive when faced with a challenge.
  • Diversity – Promoting a vision of community comprised of wide-ranging assets.
  • Respect – Treating all individuals with dignity and without judgement.
  • Community – Recognizing and reinforcing the importance of our world as being comprised of people of differing strengths and perspectives.
  • Justice – Promoting social and economic equity and fairness.

    • Quality – Aspiring for excellence in every aspect of our work.   Competencies :

  • Mental health counseling and social work professional training and / or willingness to learn and understand the symptoms and dynamics of trauma, dissociation, revictimization, vicarious trauma, and evidence based best practices in providing trauma informed care.
  • Knowledgeable around domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crime victimization.
  • Knowledge or experience working within the mental health and social work fields and working with individuals of various ages and demographics preferred.
  • Adherence and compliance with ethical standards as a mental health counselor or social worker in accordance with national and state professional associations and with our agency policies.
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.   #INDCP Work Environment – This position is in the annex building of the Family Partnership Center in Poughkeepsie, NY.
  • As a mental health counselor or social worker, the Trauma Therapist will split their time between sessions with clients, completing documentation, administrative responsibilities and participating in internal agency meetings.   ​ Family Services, Inc. complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
  • If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@familyservicesny.org.
  • Family Services is an equal opportunity employer.
  • We follow federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without work sponsorship.
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