HBS Therapist

Description General Statement of Responsibility This position provides programmatic and clinical services across Home-Based Services, Adoption and Guardianship Support Services, Family Preservation Services, and Family-Centered Treatment. Responsibilities include conducting home visits and delivering treatment services, maintaining accurate documentation of all client interactions, and preparing required reports in alignment with service standards and organizational guidelines.

Requirements

Major Responsibilities / Activities Provide structured goal-oriented, time limited therapy with clients as guided by their referral, case plan, and treatment goals. Provide Adoption & Guardianship Support Services as needed and as assigned. Provide care according to evidence based practice standards. Provide transportation for clients, as needed or necessary, to meet treatment goals. Engage in weekly staffing and address risk management areas to ensure safety of clients. Engage and assist the client’s participation in the treatment planning process. Accompany and support clients for court appearances, as requested by the referring agency. Demonstrate respect and cultural sensitivity to all clients and to all referral sources, and deliver services in a culturally competent fashion. Maintain strict confidentiality at all times to protect clients' privacy. Comply with required in-service / continuing education hours. Respect, support and integrate the company’s Tenets of Culture. Completion of clear, accurate, and timely documentation of 1.) all billable and non-billable contacts, 2.) monthly reports, 3.) court reports, and 4.) treatment plans. Attend all mandatory in-services / meetings. Attain / maintain CPR and First Aid certifications. Major Responsibilities / Activities Provide structured goal-oriented, time limited therapy with clients as guided by their referral, case plan, and treatment goals. Provide Adoption & Guardianship Support Services as needed and as assigned. Provide care according to evidence based practice standards. Provide ongoing support for clients, including emergency and crisis consultation on a 24-hour basis. Provide transportation for clients, as needed or necessary, to meet treatment goals. Engage in weekly staffing and address risk management areas to ensure safety of clients. Engage and assist the client’s participation in the treatment planning process. Accompany and support clients for court appearances, as requested by the referring agency. Demonstrate respect and cultural sensitivity to all clients and to all referral sources, and deliver services in a culturally competent fashion. Maintain strict confidentiality at all times to protect clients' privacy. Comply with required in-service / continuing education hours. Respect, support and integrate the company’s Tenets of Culture. Completion of clear, accurate, and timely documentation of 1.) all billable and non-billable contacts, 2.) monthly reports, 3.) court reports, and 4.) treatment plans. Attend all mandatory in-services / meetings. Attain / maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.

Essential Functions The physical demands and mental requirements described here are representative of that which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Balancing Stooping Kneeling Crouching Crawling Reaching Standing Walking Pushing Pulling Lifting Use of Fingers Driving Grasping Feeling Talking Hearing Repetitive Motions Travel Travel typically includes driving within assigned region and will be determined by the needs of the clients. An estimation of 200 – 500+ miles per week may be required.

Physical and Visual Acuity Requirements The physical requirement of this position is defined as Medium Work: Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently. The visual acuity requirements needed to perform this position include having close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; and reading.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will be exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, as well as: Infectious diseases Presence of clients with emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health needs and/or challenges Required Education and Experience Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or marriage and family therapy Belief in the family preservation philosophy Knowledge of family of origin/inter-generational issues Knowledge of child and adult development and child abuse and neglect Knowledge of community resources 21+ years of age Preferred Education and Experience 18+ months experience in social work, child welfare and/or adoption/guardianship

Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties, activities, and responsibilities to this position at any time, with or without notice.