Mental Health TherapistPositive Bright Start • Lawrence, KS, US
Mental Health Therapist
Positive Bright Start • Lawrence, KS, US
1 day ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionUnder the supervision of the Team Leader, provide intensive intervention for identified children. This may include, but not be limited to Play Therapy and Theraplay. In partnership with parents, identify the need for and facilitate referrals to community resources and / or additional mental health services as appropriate. Assist parents, teachers, caregivers to structure environments, routines and interactions that contribute to positive behavior possibly using positive behavior support strategies that promotes positive social emotional outcomes for children. Maintain information regarding parents or children, or other information of a personal nature shared by a parent in confidence. Offer resources and strategies to parents and staff to enhance relationships, create appropriate environments, and teach social-emotional skills in children. Maintain appropriate and timely electronic records for all clients. Collect and maintain assessment data as required by any and all grants that provide funding for this position. Lead or co-lead parenting classes or workshops as assigned. Participate with other staff members in PBS activities such as all staff meetings, agency fundraisers and community events, training events, etc. Maintain a cooperative working atmosphere with coworkers Assist with office upkeep, as assigned Other duties, as assigned by supervisor Licensed Mental Health Clinician MSW, MFT, LPC or related field Play Therapy experience Theraplay or Attachment training preferred Early childhood experience Strengths Perspective Knowledge of community organizations, agencies and resources Able to establish rapport and communicate with a wide variety of people Good oral, written and phone communication skills Ability to pass KBI child abuse / neglect registry check
Job Description
Early Childhood Mental Health Therapist
Pay : $25 - $27 per hour
Job type : Part-time, up to 20 hours per week, flexible schedule
Schedule : flexible hours Monday-Friday
Benefits :
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Active waiting list, start seeing clients right away
Purpose : To provide therapeutic interventions to children under the age of 5 and their families in Douglas County
Organizational Relationships : Direct report to the Team Leader of Therapeutic Interventions of Positive Bright Start
Responsibilities :
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Qualifications :
This position is grant funded.
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Mental Health Therapist • Lawrence, KS, US