Therapist+ + Job Tracking ID: 512690-884095
Job Location: Boynton Beach, FL
Job Level: Mid Career (2+ years)
Level of Education: Masters Degree
Job Type: Full-Time/Regular
Date Updated: August 12, 2024
Years of Experience: 2 - 5 Years
Starting Date: ASAP
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Job Description:
Cayuga Centers is hiring immediately for a Therapist.
Location: Palm Beach County
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families in our community!
About Cayuga Centers
Cayuga Centers is an accredited non-profit, human services agency dedicated to family support and preservation, trauma-informed care, and serving vulnerable populations with the most unique needs. Founded in 1852 in Auburn, NY, we have a long history of delivering high-quality and innovative services to individuals, children, youth and families. We have offices in 10 cities and serve over 10,000 individuals and families annually. Join us!
About the Program and Position:
At Cayuga Centers, we know how important mental wellness is for you and your loved ones. That’s why we offer our Child and Family Counseling program, which aims to help individuals improve their emotional well-being and strengthen family relationships. Our program includes individual, group, and family counseling, as well as psychiatric services for children, youth, and adults who are dealing with a wide range of challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and more.
How you get to use your skills…
Provides the highest quality of care to the clients served
Provides therapy services in accordance with Medicaid/funders, COA standards, agency policies and procedures, the Professional and Ethical guidelines of the respective field and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Provides treatment services either in the community (i.e.; home, school, etc.) and/or outpatient clinic as indicated on each client’s treatment plan
Demonstrates ability to connect, empathize, and show dedication to serving children, adolescents, young adults, and their families
Plans and administers therapeutic treatment in accordance with the client’s treatment plan and subsequent treatment plan reviews, using appropriate clinical intervention
Ensures client receives frequency of services as needed per his/her level of functioning
Maintains an excellent working knowledge of current practices of the profession, including but not limited to an extensive working knowledge of the current DSM edition
Provides a minimum of 18 client contact hours therapy sessions per week for a maximum of 29 hours per week
Ensures that documentation (to include but not be limited to progress notes, timesheets, treatment plan reviews, CFARS, FARS) is completed and submitted within given deadlines and in accordance with Medicaid/funders, COA standards, professional codes of ethics, internal policies and procedures, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulation
Completes documentation that is timely, accurate, thorough, individualized, and clinically sufficient for each client seen using agency approved forms and/or systems
Ensures/verifies that all appropriate consents and authorizations have been signed by client and/or legal guardian(s), as appropriate
Reviews progress towards treatment goals with clients and their families
Develops, implements and documents appropriate discharge planning with all clients
Fulfills mandatory obligations of reporting abuse and neglect and complies with agency policies and procedures regarding these instances
Maintains client confidentiality and the security of Protected Health Information (PHI)
Attends court hearings, with prior approval and when necessary
Performs all agency activities, job duties and responsibilities and related agency activities with respect and appreciation for the persons served, including the diversity of cultures, traditions, and practices
Performs other duties, as assigned
Schedule: Non-Exempt
We are looking for an applicant who is willing to work with the youth/families at a time that suits the youth and family needs on a flexible schedule. This is a full-time, 40-hour-a-week position.
Why Cayuga Centers?
Certified Great Place to Work ®
Workplace Wellness Award Finalist
Council on Accreditation (COA) Accredited
Implement best practices and evidence-based interventions
Committed to employee professional development and advancement
We embrace change, innovation and opportunities
Our diverse workforce acts and leads with human sensitivity and respect
Large and growing national footprint
Experience and Skills:
Master Level Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology. Must be eligible for or have State of Florida License or Registered Intern status. If not licensed or registered as an intern, must become registered within 90 days of hire date.
Experience providing therapy to children and/or adolescents with emotional and behavioral issues.
Knowledgeable in areas of child development, family functioning, child abuse and neglect and resistant clients.
Experience in collaborating with other disciplines and services.
Strong ability to effectively communicate information both orally and written in one-to-one and small group situations to clients and other employees.
Strong ability to listen and develop good rapport with clients.
Bilingual – English/Spanish or English/Creole preferred
Strong clinical thinking and therapeutic knowledge, experience providing individual/group/family counseling
Valid FL Driver’s License required
Physical Requirements:
Computer work requires sitting at a desk for long periods of time
Time on your feet for up to several hours a day
Time driving and/or taking public transportation to conduct client and family visits
Benefits
$28 - $31 / hour
160 hours of Vacation
10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment Time
Supervision available for licensure
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Pet and Legal insurance
Employee Assistance Program
FSA, Transit, and Parking savings accounts
Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, enhanced short-term disability benefits
401(k) match up to 6 %
Corporate Discounts Program
Sick Leave Pool
Identity Protection
Hybrid remote working
Cayuga Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women, Veterans, and members of the BIPOC community are strongly encouraged to apply. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug testing.