Employment Opportunities

Employment

The Kent School of Social Work seeks to advertise available openings of interest to social work students and social work graduates. Jobs are posted for 60 days, unless stated otherwise in the ad.  If you would like to post job opportunities to this website, please contact our with the following information included in your email:

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CURRENT LISTINGS


Posted 3/27/2023

Ohio/Butler County TAP Specialist position has been posted to the UK Jobs website. The posting is open 3/24/23 through 4/9/22.

University of Kentucky Applicant Site | Targeted Assessment Specialist (uky.edu)


Posted 3/23/2023

Smoketown Family Wellness Center Pediatrics and More

Position Title
Behavioral Health Therapist

Location:
760 S. Hancock St., Suite B100
Louisville, KY 40203

Required Education:
Master’s Degree: Social Work or Counseling or related behavioral health field

Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Therapist is part of an integrated care team with an intentional purpose to support families to be healthy in mind, body, and spirit. The Center provides clinical Pediatric care and healthy lifestyle support for the entire family. The Therapist will be an essential part of this model. SFWC approaches family wellness with a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective that is driven by the families we serve. Responsibilities for the Therapist will include emotional health screenings, offering support and encouragement, assisting in goal-setting, as well as individual, family and group therapy. Collecting outcome data in partnership with community staff will also be needed. The Therapist will work independently as well as partner with other clinical staff to provide optimal care.

Principal Responsibilities

  • Perform clinical services, including assessments and therapeutic interventions such as individual, family and group therapy.
  • Monitor client progress and modify their treatment plans as needed.
  • Maintain efficient, confidential, and organized clinical notes in a timely manner in the SFWC electronic health record (EHR) system.
  • Participate in staff meetings in addition to ongoing communication with physicians regarding individual and family treatment plans and needs.
  • Coordinate and facilitate communication among external agencies, including school officials, family members and others.
  • Collaborate with the Managing Director, clinical staff, and other SFWC staff to develop and maintain relationships with community partners.
  • Write correspondence on behalf of clients and their families as needed, such as court reports, letters of recommendations, etc.
  • Offer a variety of programming for the community, including but not limited to, classes on parenting concerns, stress management, and financial planning.
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with families and the SFWC team to provide support and encouragement for a high standard of care.
  • Act as a mandated reporter when abuse is observed or suspected.
  • Train for competency in SFWC EHR.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or other behavioral health related field; licensure required (LCSW, LMFT, etc.)
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working with diverse populations.
  • Significant experience in the areas of case management and project management.
  • Well-versed in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Resilience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with medical coding and/or willingness to be trained.
  • Detail-oriented and organized.
  • Ability to work in a team environment, interact and collaborate with staff, direct families by delivering high quality service.
  • Ability to problem-solve, multi-task, complete work on time and work independently.
  • Proficiency in computer skills.
  • Passion for the SFWC vision and mission.

Apply online:https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3520892818/



Posted 3/16/2023

Spectrum Healthcare Services, healthcare recruiting company

Clinical Therapists in Louisville, KY

Full-time, exempt, direct hire

Hours:  Mon - Fri 11AM - 7PM

Company offering a $5000 Sign-on bonus

Job Summary

The Clinical Therapist will work in Addiction Recovery Services and be responsible for developing and monitoring a Service Plan Agreement with each resident assigned, in an effort to empower residents to successfully address their substance use disorder.  The Therapist will provide assessments, individual, group and family therapy, case management and referral services for residents on a consistent basis.  The Therapist will also assist with daily operations/crisis intervention, as needed and will have some on-call and after-hour requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the overall clinical services to men/women/children/families that may have behavioral health and substance use issues.
  • Provides assessments, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment (individual, group, family therapy, case management, and referral services) for substance use disorders to residents of the organization.
  • Provides clinical services daily to individuals/clients on caseload (both individual and group sessions).
  • Participates in weekly clinical supervision.
  • Maintains billing requirements along with understanding of Behavioral Health Service Organizations (BHSO), AODE and KY Medicaid Regulations.
  • Manages caseload and clients' needs.
  • Develops and monitors service plans for individuals on assigned caseload.
  • Works effectively with referral sources and community partners.
  • Documents services through current and complete records.
  • Provides crisis counseling on personal, financial, employment, behavioral, crisis and substance abuse matters for residents.
  • Provides assistance with job placement and educational programs.
  • Advises other staff on treatment matters and coordinates team treatment as appropriate.
  • Maintains statistical data on all residents on caseload through reporting.
  • Reviews service plans with staff and updates files.
  • Monitors and enforces compliance of residents within programs as assigned.
  • Completes initial intakes as assigned.
  • Completes discharge planning as assigned.
  • Participates in case conferencing and regular staff meetings with addiction recovery team.
  • Assists with daily operations of the residential program and coverage (including holidays and any aftercare programs within programs) as needed.
  • Assists with special projects such as Quality Assurance and to assist with ensuring compliance with COA standards and CRR requirements.
  • Assists with documentation control on therapy files as assigned.
  • Participates in regular client review.
  • Maintains current CPR and First Aid certificate.
  • Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) duties as assigned by supervision & PQI committee.

Requirements

  • Requires a minimum of a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field AND the accompanying certification (CSW, MFT, LCPA) with a preference given to a clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC)
  • Proven ability to provide clinical services, social casework, and billing requirements with KY Medicaid
  • A reasonable combination of the following knowledge and skills; Work with mental illness and addiction, use of cognitive behavioral therapies and twelve step facilitation skills, use of community resources and ability to serve as an appropriate role model
  • Compassion towards people living with behavioral health and substance use issues, Hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS
  • Ability to convey respect to the target populations
  • Must learn and apply agency, personnel and program policies and procedures
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Must have knowledge and understanding of the current treatment modalities and the ability to train and supervise any Social Work Interns

Salary Range

$51,700-$62,625

If interested in the position, please email resumes to info@spectrumhcs.com.

 

 

 


Posted 3/14/2023

Wooded Glen Recovery Center, Henryville, IN

Full-time Licensed Therapist

Please click the link below for information about job opportunities.

https://summitbhc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Summit_BHC/job/Therapist--Inpatient-Substance-Abuse-_JR102285?locations=a5ce29d272aa1001205bcc11deae0000


Posted 3/10/2023

Family and Children’s Place

Positions Available

  • Assistant Coordinator Central Coalition Project
  • Associate HANDS Director
  • HANDS Community Outreach
  • Bi-Lingual Home Visitor
  • Family Advocate
  • Family Support Worker
  • Family Therapist
  • Forensic Interviewer
  • Child Advocacy Center Therapist
  • Therapist/Forensic Interviewer

 


Posted 3/2/2023

CSWE

We have 17 new Social Work jobs.  Link below:

https://careers.cswe.org/jobs/


Posted 2/27/2023

The Center for Women and Families

Client Database Manager (Full Time)

Together, disrupting the cycle of intimate partner and sexual violence is our mission. Do you want to join us in making a difference in the lives of people surviving power-based violence? The Center for Women and Families is looking for warm, caring, empathetic individuals driven by a desire to help others! The Client Database Manager will help to move toward our vision of thriving survivors in safe communities! The Client Database Manager oversees all aspects of the CWF’s client data system by managing the organization’s use of electronic client information systems and analyzing programmatic data for grant applications, programmatic progress reports, and operational decisions.

For more information and to apply: Client Database Manager (paycomonline.net)


Posted 2/22/2023

The Center for Drug and Alcohol Research

Administrative Research Assistant Senior, full-time

The Center for Drug and Alcohol Research is seeking individuals to work as a full-time Administrative Research Assistant Senior working with one of the University of Kentucky's top substance use disorder researchers and acting Dean, Dr. Stevens-Watkins. The highly competitive salary range for this full-time Louisville based position has been adjusted to $17.07-27.31/hour. Please see the link below to apply.

Based out of LOUISVILLE Administrative Research Assistant Senior: RE36522

Quick link to job posting:  https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/427904


Posted 2/17/2023

Home of the Innocents

In-Home Family Therapist

https://us63.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/hoti/Site/CANDIDATEPORTAL2021/Posting/View/943

Become an In-Home Family Therapist and do whatever it takes to make an impact on the lives of youth! Looking for a career where you’ll empower families and help youth make life-transforming changes? Make a real and lasting difference in the life of a youth and their family by joining Home of the Innocents as an In-Home Family Therapist, implementing an evidence-based therapy model for high risk youth that has proven results for families and communities. As a therapist, you’ll work with youth, their families, their communities, and other key members of their ecology to implement the Multisystemic Therapy (MST) treatment model, guided by 9 treatment principles that have demonstrated consistent and long-lasting effects – kids treated with MST have had 54% fewer rearrests, 75% fewer violent felony arrests, and 54% fewer out-of-home placements than traditional correction methods! If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career that will achieve lasting impact, apply to become and In-Home Family Therapist at Home of the Innocents in Louisville, KY.

MST Currently operates in 34 states and 15 countries with 2,500+ clinicians. Over 200,000 families have been positively impacted by MST. With 60+ studies, MST features the largest body of evidence, by far, of successful interventions for high risk youth. For more information on the MST model and its impact, visit mstservices.com.

Home of the Innocents enriches the lives of children and families with hope, health, and happiness. Our main campus is housed in the heart of Louisville on a 20-acre village, providing sufficient space and amenities to enable the Home to accommodate the needs of our community’s vulnerable children. As the Home now approaches one-and-a-half centuries of providing care, hope, and love for our society’s most vulnerable, we now offer care and assistance to over 6,000 children and families each year.

Apply now to join an innovative, supportive team and begin a rewarding journey making an impact on the lives of our future!

Job Description

This position is responsible for providing Multisystemic Therapy (MST) to youth ages 12 to 17 that display serious antisocial behaviors and are at-risk of placement out of the home due to their behaviors. You will empower families to address problematic behavior and will help youth make life-transforming changes.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Carry a caseload of 4-5 families at a time. Intensive treatment requires therapist to meet with each family at least 3 times per week.
  • Develops individualized treatment plans for each family. On-going assessments and reviews of treatment progress are performed on a regular basis.
  • Families are seen in their homes and communities with collaboration from all relevant individuals in the families’ life.
  • Completes all documentation that supports provision and progression of services.
  • Provides clinical input and recommendations in a treatment team setting.
  • May assist with transportation of clients, as needed.
  • Provides on-call support for team members on a rotating basis with supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in clinical or counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a related subject area required.
  • Eligibility for professional license or certification in the state of Kentucky is required (e.g., CSW, LPCA, Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, etc.). Must possess within 2 months of hire.
  • Independent licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, etc. in the state of KY preferred.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to transport multiple clients at once.
  • Must live within a reasonable distance to designated service area.

Preferred Experience

  • Individual and family therapies with children and adults using cognitive behavioral and other research-based techniques
  • Collaboration with community agencies
  • Previous work providing in-home and/or community-based therapy services

Preferred Knowledge

  • Family Systems
  • Behavioral Therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Mental and behavioral health diagnoses and interventions
  • Social skills assessment and intervention 

Working conditions

  • Flexible working conditions – works in an office as well as community settings (e.g., social service agencies, DCBS offices, courts, client homes)
  • Travel required to client homes and throughout the community
  • Flexible schedule based on client need and therapist availability
  • Part of program’s on-call rotation
  • Involvement with community/civic health matters/projects, as appropriate

Physical requirements

  • Flexible working conditions require ability to move intermittently throughout the workday
  • Position has some unusual physical demands, including exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients or their families
  • Must be able to see and hear or use adaptive equipment that enable these senses to function to ensure the requirements of this position can be fully met
  • May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of clients during emergency situations

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries based on experience
  • Option for FREE health insurance (single coverage, employee only)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance options
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts options
  • Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401k/retirement plan options
  • Up to 25-30 paid days off per year
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid training days
  • On-Site Fitness Center
  • Wellness Incentives

License Required

Yes

Degree Required

Masters  

Jennifer Mullins, NCC, CCMHC, LPCC-S (she/her), Vice President Community Based Services

Home of the Innocents

1100 East Market Street

Louisville, KY 40206-1874

Direct Line:  502.596.1220  Fax:  502.596.1421

www.homeoftheinnocents.org


Posted 2/13/2023

Family Health Centers

Current job openings in Behavioral Health/Social Services

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky/jobs/3909868/fhc-community-health-worker-afghan-community

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky/jobs/3749138/fhc-social-worker-i

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky/jobs/2704994/licensed-clinical-social-worker-fhc

 


Posted 2/13/2023

UT Health San Antonio and the STRONG STAR Consortium

Research Postdoc Position

Position Description


Posted 2/13/2023

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University is currently recruiting a tenure track faculty colleague at the rank of Assistant Professor and another position that is designated as open rank. The links are below with instructions about how to apply.

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)

Open Rank Faculty (Tenure Track)


Posted 2/9/2023

University of Montana

Bonner-West Riverside, MT

Faculty (Open Rank) Social Work

https://g.co/kgs/XQTLzM


Posted 2/7/2023

Director of Programs at Neighborhood House

https://nhky.applicantpool.com/jobs/895711.html?fbclid=IwAR2jRhZjUFVWmydBaVBt165j-KKnMu0JmVyzMlWI03hfflwkiXzEpWRKU9A

Salary:  50,000-60,000 per year

Fulltime

Overview

VISION: Our families are thriving.

MISSION: Neighborhood House is supporting families by creating a community of opportunity.

Directs Neighborhood House Youth and Family Programs to ensure all programs are achieving results in line with our values, vision, and mission. Ensures programming is member-focused, with robust parent, family, and community engagement. Ensures the staff has the resources needed to carry out their responsibilities, including a healthy and supportive workplace, professional development opportunities, adequate resources and training, and operational systems/procedures to ensure the quality of programs.

Agency Duties and Responsibilities

1. Supports the mission, vision, and philosophy of Neighborhood House and embraces our values of equity, accountability, belonging, relationships, courage and joy.

2. Provide leadership and positive interaction with others as evidenced by professional maturity, respect for others, a team-centered approach, maintenance of confidential information, and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.

3. Exhibits effective communication skills internally and externally including proper use of agency communication systems.

4. Exhibits sound stewardship by effectively managing financial resources, information resources, and physical resources to achieve the objectives of Neighborhood House.

Core Competencies:

  1. Strategy and Planning: able to establish and direct implementation of ambitious long and short-term goals for programs and determine the best use of resources.
  2. Leading People/Building Teams: recruits, leads, develops and motivates the team to achieve desired results.
  3. Personal Leadership: inspires and coaches colleagues to achieve desired results, models accountability, and commitment; communicates frequently and transparently; models professional behavior.
  4. Program Knowledge: understands context, goals, population, systems, and variables that impact program success.
  5. Collaboration/Partnerships: takes a lead role in establishing and maintaining partnerships within and outside of the organization.
  6. Analysis/Decision Making: ongoing analysis of daily activities and decisions that need to be made thoughtfully and quickly. Regular and effective use of data for decision-making.
  7. Community Engagement: embraces and implements effective parent, family, and community engagement. Understands the value and nature of coalition-building for advocacy.
  8. Contract Management: ability to manage program objectives to ensure programs are following agreements and expectations of funders; able to review budget and spending patterns to provide management and oversight

Essential Functions

  1. Direct the design and implementation of excellent programming within evidence-based frameworks that will achieve desired results. Ensure programming is delivered with integrity and that Youth Programs and Family Programs are integrating programming whenever possible and appropriate.
  2. Help develop and implements systems for ongoing assessment to assure excellence in quality of all programs. Make changes as needed to meet standards.
  3. Design and direct implementation of community engagement strategies including parent and family engagement, Neighbor Nite, community leadership development, and coalition-building for advocacy.
  4. Ensure a positive and productive work environment
  • Reinforce a culture of accountability and collaboration between program departments and with outside resources.
  • Adopt and communicate a growth mindset and "failing forward" culture, in line with the NH values.
  • Create, secure and/or deliver excellent professional development and training for all program staff.
  • Ensures effective communication systems for agency staff, including internal computer systems that facilitate communication, staff meetings, etc
  • Oversight of financial management and stewardship among programs.
    • Work with Executive Director and Program Managers to develop annual program budgets.
    • Works with designated staff for approval/oversight of monthly expenses.
    • Ensures proper stewardship of and reporting for grant funding and donated items.
  • Provide leadership for the design and implementation of additional programs in accordance with identified community needs and within the context of the mission and resources of the agency.
  • Participate in and lead assigned events that promote the agency and support services related to the agency
  • In conjunction with the Development Director, assist with proposals, grant applications, and reports on specified grants, as well as written materials and agency functions that support public relations and advertising of services and programs. Work with Development staff to assess needs for the development and implementation of volunteer programs to help meet program objectives.
  • Ensures a safe and healthy environment in meeting the safety needs and objectives of each program.
    • Fully informs the Executive Director on the condition/needs of the agency as related to assigned responsibilities and other areas as applicable.
    • Keeps the Executive Director abreast of all pertinent issues, policies, and legal issues related to the services of the agency and those being served while in the agency.

    Requirements

    1. Master's degree in social work or related field from an accredited school is preferred.
    2. Five years of supervisory experience is required, preferably in social service programs.
    3. Two years experience in administration in a non-profit agency preferred.
    4. Experience in a culturally diverse social service field preferred.
    5. Ability to integrate various roles, skills, and competencies needed to effectively serve the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of persons served.
    6. Ability to create budgets and understand and interpret financial reports.
    7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    8. Ability to lead staff to create and implement standard operating procedures.
    9. Implementation of knowledge related to human resources/personnel practices.
    10. Excellent computer skills.

    Posted 2/3/2023

     The Troy University School of Social Work and Human Services invites applications for two full-time, 10-month, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor positions, beginning August 1, 2023. Applicants are encouraged to upload an application letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae, and letters of references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted until the position is filled. Please see below for the qualifications and address any questions to s.

    Job Description

    The Assistant/Associate Professor position in Social Work/Human Services will be responsible for teaching a variety of courses across the BSW, MSW, and/or Human Services curricula, with a particular emphasis on direct practice and methods courses; assisting with student advisement; possessing an interest in developing educational and professional leadership skills; and having knowledge of, and experience, with course delivery methods such as on-line and hybrid courses.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    (1) Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program or a related discipline;

    (2) Ph.D. or ABD in Social Work or related field;

    (3) Minimum of two years of direct social work practice experience;

    (4) University teaching experience.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    (1) Ph.D. or ABD in Social Work or allied field;

    (2) Blackboard/Canvas experience;

    (3) Curriculum development experience;

    (4) Capacity to teach military social work or organizational management and leadership courses;

    (5) An active Alabama Social Work License, or the ability to obtain an Alabama Social Work License;

    (6) Ability to develop a program of research (7) Interest in pursuing grants and contracts that lead to applied, community-based research/evaluation projects.

    The Institution and School

    Troy University is a public institution comprised of a network of campuses throughout Alabama and worldwide. International in scope, Troy University provides a variety of educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, to include doctoral programs, for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional and emerging electronic formats. Academic programs are supported by a variety of student services which promote the welfare of the individual student. Troy University's dedicated faculty and staff promote discovery and exploration of knowledge and its application to life-long success through effective teaching, service, creative partnerships, scholarship, and research.

    The School of Social Work and Human Services provides quality educational degree programs for students interested in careers in helping profession fields that provide mental and behavioral health services to individuals, groups, and communities. It is our mission to provide students with educational excellence to prepare them with the knowledge, values, and skills needed to practice within diverse, global, and technological environments. We offer a BSW and MSW program (four program options are available: Dothan, Montgomery, Phenix City, Troy, and Online) and a Bachelor of Science in Human Services.

    Applications

    Application materials must be submitted electronically through the following the Troy University website: https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com


    Posted 1/30/2023

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker

    LOUISVILLE, KY / LEXINGTON, KY / HENDERSON, KY and OWENSBORO, KY

    BEHAVIORAL HEALTH – SOCIAL WORKERS /

    FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME

    APPLY FOR THIS JOB

    Job Description

    As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with GuideStar Eldercare you will provide neurobehavioral health services to residents in long-term care facilities. Using a multi-disciplinary approach, you will partner with specialty clinicians to provide holistic, continuity of care for elderly individuals in extended care facilities who are afflicted with neurocognitive disorders and other neurologic and/or psychiatric conditions.

    Qualifications

    Master’s degree in Social Work

    Currently licensed as an LCSW in the state in which you are applying.

    Benefits

    ·         Competitive industry-leading salary with uncapped productivity bonus potential

    ·         Excellent compensation package (must work a minimum of 30 hours per week to be eligible)

    ·         Medical (free for employees), dental, vision, short and long-term disability insurance

    ·         $50,000 basic life insurance

    ·         401(k) retirement plan

    ·         State licensing and professional membership reimbursement

    ·         Company- provided medical malpractice insurance

    ·         Up to Four (4) weeks (20 days) paid time off

    ·         Seven (7) paid holidays

    ·         Yearly continuing education stipend commensurate with hours of employment

    How to Apply

    If you are interested in working with the geriatric population, have a passion for neurobehavioral science, and a desire to make a difference in a population struggling with dementia and other neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders, forward your resume or contact us at careers@guidestareldercare.com for more information. 


    Posted 1/30/2023

    Seven Counties Services.

    Community Support Specialist – Adults South


    Job Description

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    1. Teaches, models, and coaches activities of daily living (ADL) (e. g., personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, money management, educational and vocational goal-setting, nutrition needs); monitors performance of ADL skills and provides therapeutic feedback.

    2. Teaches psychoeducation classes on recovery (e. g., medication side effects, ADL, communication skills, stress management strategies).

    3. Plans and facilitates community-based activities (e. g., medical appointments, grocery shopping, leisure/recreation/socialization); facilitates access to community resources (e. g., AA/NA meetings, school, job placement).

    4. Contributes to safe and therapeutic environment by practicing verbal de-escalation and, as authorized, other behavior management techniques.

    5. Serves as “ambassador” of SCS and its clients by integrating clients into the community and educating community members about people with disabilities and about SCS’s services and programming.

    6. Collaborates with community systems on behalf of individuals served (e. g., school, landlord, family, transportation provider, employer).

    7. Provides transportation (e. g., driving SCS van or personal vehicle), ensuring adherence to standard safety practices (e. g., driver certification, seat belts, child safety seats); teaches and facilitates use of public transportation systems.

    8. Provides personal care, as needed (e. g., personal hygiene, toileting, laundry, meal preparation, safe eating techniques).

    9. Administers First Aid and CPR, as needed.

    10. Supervises self-administered medication, serving as the program’s “point person” for supervised self-administered medication (SSAM), or administers medication, depending on the specific clinical program’s protocols.

    EDUCATION

    · Up to 18 months’ training, beyond high school or GED*, in direct care of individuals with disabilities.

    · Completion of all required trainings within 6 months of hire date.

    · Successfully complete, within six months of hire, the department led or approved training program per Medicaid regulations.

    EXPERIENCE

    · One year full time experience working with individuals who receive services for treatment of mental health or co-occurring disorder.

    · Formal documentation by supervisor of ability to function independently as direct support professional and of proficiency in providing direct support services.

    · Ability to provide caring, nurturing attention and care to individuals with disabilities, including those who are medically fragile and/or have intense behavioral needs and/or otherwise pose a high level of risk, because of complexity of treatment/service needs and/or a complex diagnostic profile.

    · Good interpersonal skills.

    · Ability to communicate with verbal and nonverbal individuals.

    · Teaching skills

    · Patience and empathy.

    · Maturity and judgment.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

    · Position involves considerable physical exertion, lifting a maximum of 100 pounds, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

    · May include frequent lifting of patients.

    · 18 years of age or older.

    · Valid driver’s license.

    · Proof of automobile liability insurance.

    · Positive driving record.

    Pay range:  $15.50 - $17.85.

    Location:

    2105 Crums Lane, Louisville, Kentucky

    Interested candidates should apply at:  https://sevencounties.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SevenCountiesCareers/job/Louisville-Kentucky/Community-Support-Professional----CCBHC_JR-007897

     

    Social Worker/Therapist – Adults East

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

    1. Performs clinical services, including intakes and therapeutic interventions such as group, individual, and family therapy, and crisis intervention.

    2. Maintains and completes service documentation such as psychosocial assessments, case notes, case reviews, court reports, letters, etc., according to prescribed standards.

    3. Conducts case reviews and determines current and future treatment and treatment planning based upon resulting quantitative results and professional opinion of client progress.

    4. Collaborates with external agents including school officials, family members, and other health agencies regarding organizational programs and client needs and conditions.

    5. Attends and participates in staff meetings, treatment planning meetings, case conferences, and clinical seminars providing information relating to program administration and development.

    6. Writes correspondence on behalf of clients and their families such as court reports, letters of recommendation, etc., according to prescribed standards.

    EDUCATION

    · Master's degree in social services field with certification or licensure in area of specialization (e.g., LPCC, LPCA, LMFT, Marriage and Family Therapy Associate) or

    EXPERIENCE

    · Three to six months of related internship or practicum experience.  

    · Basic knowledge of mental and physical characteristics of applicable population group (e.g., growth and development and range of treatment needed), psychotherapy, human behavior, treatment modes, and related issues. 

    · Basic knowledge of community resources and SCS services. 

    · Good communication and interpersonal skills. 

    · Ability to handle a case load with varying levels of client disability and need.  

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

    · Position has some unusual physical demands, including occasional exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients or their families. 

    · Normal work tasks may involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. 

    · Position at times may require incumbent to remain on twenty-four hour call.

    · Reliable transportation for frequent travel.

    Salary Range:  $50,000 - $57,881.25 with certification

    Location:  4710 Champions Trace, Louisville, Kentucky

    Interested candidates should apply on-line at:  https://sevencounties.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SevenCountiesCareers/job/Louisville-Kentucky/Social-Worker-Therapist---CCBHC_JR-007898