Family Support Embedded Therapist (11-Month, Full-Time, Exempt)

Location

Hybrid - US

Type

Full Time

Responsive recruiter

Benefits:

Our Impact - Saving Lives
Bonus Opportunities ($0 - $4000)
Hybrid Work Schedule
FMLA (Unpaid)
Maternity Leave (6 Weeks Paid)
2 Volunteer Days
11 Paid Holidays
Student Loan Forgiveness
Life, AD&D, LTD Insurance
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance

*THIS POSITION IS EMBEDDED IN THE NORMANDY SCHOOL DISTRICT*

CHADS Coalition for Mental Health is a non-profit organization whose mission is to save young lives by advancing the awareness and prevention of depression and suicide.

Program Description

CHADS Family Support program is dedicated to ensuring adolescents and their families have the emotional support and key resources needed to navigate a challenging mental health system. Through counseling, support groups, and post-crisis intervention (Postvention), CHADS specializes in assisting youth who are struggling with problems such as depression, anxiety, bullying, self-injury, and thoughts of suicide. Our target population is young people ages 12-25 who struggle with depression, self-injury behaviors or emotional issues.

Job Description for Family Support Therapist

The Family Support (FS) Therapist is a full-time position, embedded in a Normandy School District school, working a teacher schedule during the school year and a CHADS schedule during the summer, or as directed by the Program Manager. The clinician will work at least 40 hours per week Monday - Friday between the hours of 7am - 4pm, with flexibility allowed when the therapist is required to work for school/evening activities.

Responsibilities

Providing compassionate counseling for adolescents and appropriate resources for their families
Assessment, treatment, and resource development to navigate the mental health and social service systems
In-person and/or Tele-Behavioral therapeutic counseling services for children/adolescents with emotional/mental health challenges or who are experiencing suicidal crises
Facilitate school support groups for adolescents with various mental health challenges
Fulfill 22-28 impactful hours per week consisting of counseling, group counseling, case management, and school support services
Accurately tracking, recording and reporting data for all family support contacts in a timely manner
Providing support materials & resource development
Assist with any program development projects as needed
Participate in building RTI (Response to Intervention) process
Assist in Signs of Suicide presentations, mentoring or school staff trainings as needed
Some evening hours may be required
Maintain regular contact with the agency as directed by the Program Manager
Additional tasks as assigned by the Family Support Program Manager

Required Qualifications:

Minimum LMSW or PLPC with experience working with populations age 12-25 and parents
Energetic with the ability to engage with youth, parents, and school administration
Excellent organization skills, time management, record keeping skills
Knowledge and compassion regarding depression and suicide
Compassionate client engagement skills
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Team-player attitude and ability to understand and effectively share the CHADS’ mission
Desire to work in an environment of measurable accountability
Must be comfortable using computer applications and proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Teams
This position requires access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

LCSW or LPC preferred
Experience with crisis intervention
At least 2 years’ counseling experience
Strength in cultural responsiveness and cultural competencies
Ability to navigate school environment
Bilingual/Spanish speaking abilities are a plus

The annual salary range for this 11-month embedded full-time position is $53,387-$62,920. Medical and other benefits are available 12 months/year.

CHADS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CHADS is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $53,387.00 - $62,920.00 per year

CHADS COALITION FOR MENTAL HEALTH

OUR MISSION

CHADS SAVES YOUNG LIVES BY ADVANCING THE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION OF DEPRESSION AND SUICIDE.

WHAT WE DO

CHADS is a 501(c)(3) organization offering Signs of Suicide®, Family Support, and Social Emotional Well-being programs to advance the awareness and prevention of depression and suicide. Aside from providing adolescents and young adults ages 25 and under with counseling services and educational programs, we also serve parents, educators, and community members with resources, presentations, and more to provide a holistic and proactive approach to mental illness and bullying.

VISION

To be the community leader in educating and supporting young people whose lives are impacted by suicidal thoughts, anxiety, and/or depression.

CORE VALUES

Youth Focused - Support the mental health of youth and young adults with each decision we make.
Passion - Keep our mission and vision central in our work. We show pride, enthusiasm and dedication in everything we do.
Character - Value those we serve, our employees, volunteers, and collaborating organizations by demonstrating honesty, respect, integrity, trust, and supporting diversity. We are people of character.
Hope - Bring hope to the clients and families we support. We are confident that their lives will improve and they will get through their mental health crisis.
Collaboration - Encourage effective partnerships with youth and their families, community volunteers, school districts, businesses, other nonprofits, and the broader community.
Stewardship - Emphasize efficiency, quality, and the optimal use of resources in all aspects of our operation, ensuring that we remain responsible guardians of the trust that our community places in us.
Accountability - Meet our commitments and take responsibility for our performance.
Excellence - Expect the best of co-workers and ourselves. Strive for positive outcomes, continuous quality improvement, and fact-based decision-making. We are committed to providing only high quality programs and services.