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Doors of Hope Inc

Child Family Therapist

Doors of Hope Inc, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Benefits:

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job Title:

Child & Family Therapist

Job Category:

Exempt

Department/Group:

Clinical

Credentials:

LICSW, LPC, LMFT, LCSW-C, LCPC, LGPC, Licensed Psychologist

Location:

District of Columbia

Travel Required:

Good office Location with lots of free parking

Level/Salary Range:

$65,000 - $90,000 per year

Position Type:

Full Time (40 hours per week)

HR CONTACT:

Start Date:

Will Train Applicant(s): YES

End Date:

N/A

Report to:

Clinical Director

Application Accepted By:

HR and Clinical Director

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

About Doors of Hope: Doors of Hope Inc is certified by the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health (DC DBH) as a Core Service Agency (CSA) to provide outpatient Mental Health Rehabilitation Services (MHRS) for Children, Youth and Families. We serve children and youth between the ages of 5 to 18 years while providing support to families who struggle with mental illness and substance use conditions. Doors of Hope Inc provides community-based psychiatric services, psychotherapy, and community support services.

Our Services are Person-Centered and Include:

Diagnostic Assessment & Treatment Plans

Psychiatric Evaluation

Medication-Somatic Treatment

Counseling and Psychotherapy

Community Support Services

Individual, Family and Group Therapy

Specialty Areas Include:

Depression

ADHD

Trauma

Grief & Loss

Anger Management

Attachment

Community Resources

Play Therapy

Art Therapy

Music Therapy

Dance/Movement Therapy

Family Therapy

Group Therapy

Eating Disorders

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Doors of Hope Inc has immediate openings for Child & Family Therapist. As a therapist, you will be working with a multidisciplinary, culturally oriented clinical team. Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the Child and Family Therapist is responsible for providing social emotional/mental health services for children and youth between the ages of 5 to 18. A successful candidate will be able to effectively collaborate with the clinical team, be self-motivated, dependable, and flexible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide Psychotherapy/Counseling to assigned caseload of clients aged 5‐18 years old and/or their families.

Collaborate with client’s family, school, and community stakeholders as needed.

Maintain client records per program confidentiality guidelines and fidelity.

Monitor and track caseload requirements.

Provide referrals to external/internal support.

Ability to observe behavior and appropriately intervene in situations posing a threat to children/youth.

Ability to work independently and participate effectively within interdisciplinary teams.

Ability to exercise professional independent judgment in planning own work, formulating recommendations, and making decisions.

Participate in staff consultation/development/training opportunities.

Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree in social work, marriage & family therapy, counseling, psychology or other related field.

Must be Licensed in Washington, D.C. (Psychologist, LICSW, LPC, LGSW, LCPC, PhD)

Experience in Evidence-Based Practices

Must Adhere to Clinical Documentation Requirements.

EXPERIENCE:

Must be eligible to bill insurance for therapy provided.

Minimum two years of experience providing therapeutic interventions to Children and Youth ages 5 to 18 years.

In‐depth knowledge and experience working in child/youth mental health.

Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills.

Certified in evidence‐based practices or willing to be trained.

Job Type:

Full Time with great potential for growth – Day Shift (Monday-Friday flexible hours between 9am-7pm; and Saturday 9am-2pm as needed)

Other:

Bilingual practitioners encouraged to apply (English/Spanish)

Send cover letter and resume to:

info@doorsofhopeinc.org

Flexible work from home options available.

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