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Caregiver Therapist
at Safe Shores, The DC Children's Advocacy Center in District of Columbia
Come join a committed team of professionals dedicated to service!
At Safe Shores, our work is all about PEOPLE. Therefore, we center people in our programming, services, policies, practices, and operations. Which people? The children and families we serve AND the people who do the work, our staff. How? For our trauma-impacted clients, by honoring the humanity of every individual, delivering high-quality services tailored to their specific needs, which includes giving them the time and attention they need. For our staff, by listening, offering excellent benefits, paying competitive salaries, providing remote work flexibility (depending on the position), investing in professional development, pursuing JEDI, encouraging and facilitating self-care and wellness, prioritizing progress over perfection, and building a team of smart, dedicated pros who know that Safe Shores’ mission is best accomplished when we show up as our whole selves, support one another, and experience joy. Joy working with young victims of crime? Absolutely, yes! Mining joy is essential to offering hope, helping clients heal, and individual/organizational sustainability.
JOB SUMMARY
The Caregiver Therapist provides therapeutic services to non-offending caregivers who have experienced personal trauma and are looking for more intensive support. The incumbent is required to participate in the on-call rotation for after hours and weekend clinical crisis intervention services. This position requires mandatory reporting for child abuse and neglect under the District of Columbia Statute § 4-1321.02.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (other duties may be assigned)
Conduct psychosocial assessments with non-offending caregivers to identify strengths, needs, and appropriate interventions.
Conduct therapeutic sessions with non-offending caregivers; develop case goals and document progress.
Maintain and assure quality and confidentiality of electronic and paper files and statistical tracking.
Participate in individual clinical supervision, case review, program peer review, and in-service trainings.
Develop and facilitate caregiver support group sessions and treatment groups.
Respond in a timely and appropriate manner to assess and de-escalate crisis situations with clients.
Participate in on-going training and professional development activities.
Consult with members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) as requested or as deemed necessary.
Participate in Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) organization-wide planning efforts and events.
Requirements
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
Master’s or Doctorate degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field
Minimum two (2) years professional experience.
Graduate or clinical licensure in the District of Columbia as a LGSW, LGPC, LICSW, LPC or LMFT; will consider candidates that can be licensed in the District of Columbia within 30-60 days.
Academic or post-graduate training in trauma-focused interventions.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally to a variety of individuals and groups.
Ability to communicate effectively with non-offending caregivers who have experienced trauma.
Familiarity with and a disposition toward the multi-disciplinary team approach to the investigation and prosecution of child abuse cases.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Academic or post-graduate training in evidenced based/informed trauma-focused therapeutic modalities.
Experience working in a Children’s Advocacy Center setting.
Knowledge of investigative, social services and legal system in the District of Columbia.
Oral and written Spanish fluency.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated knowledge with different theoretical and intervention models including family systems, developmental theories, attachment theories, crisis intervention theories, the dynamics of intra-and extra-familial child abuse, and the DSM-V.
Superb interpersonal skills; high level of cultural competence. Superior organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to work independently and as a contributing team member. Ability to successfully pass Child Protection Registry clearance and criminal background check.
COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast -pace setting. Must have strong experience with computer technology and equipment and Microsoft Office 365, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
EEO STATEMENT
Safe Shores is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
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