Therapist

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide Therapeutic Interventions- at least 80% of the Therapist’s time will be dedicated to direct client or collateral contacts, specifically:

• Deliver therapeutic counseling, and crisis intervention for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness
• Conduct assessments, develop service/treatment plans, and maintain accurate records in electronic systems
• Facilitate weekly emotional wellness groups for adults and children
• Support clients in accessing housing, employment, education, and mainstream benefits (e.g., Medicaid, SNAP, TANF)
• Collaborate with community partners and service providers to ensure holistic care
• Monitor communal living environments and enforce house rules to maintain safety
• Assist youth in transition and connect families to relevant resources

Administration and Client Services Coordination - a minimum of 20% of the Therapist’s time will be spent on the following types of meetings/paperwork activities:

• Maintain ongoing audit ready case files, Inc: weekly paperwork expectations, productivity and completing assessments.
• Maintain client engagement and follow-up through a variety of means: phone calls, email, visits, etc.
• Ensure individuals are supported in the most respectful and professional manner
• Ensure that health and safety codes are always adhered to and by all residents
• Attend all scheduled meetings and mandatory training as directed to ensure health, safety, and welfare of the residents
• Assist residents with daily living skills, conduct life skill training, events and assist program director with projects that support residents and their extended families
• Support the team in de-escalating crises and stabilize individuals
• Maintains relevant current knowledge of the field by participating in training sessions, seminars and conferences
• Represent Primo Center as a SME for Therapeutic interventions via community engagement

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to Primo Center’s mission and values
• LCSW, LCPC, or Clinical Therapist in Social Work, Human Services, or related field
• 10+ years of direct case management experience
• 5+ years working with homeless families or survivors of trauma
• Valid driver’s license and flexible availability (including after-hours/on-call)
• Deep knowledge of therapeutic assessments, mainstream benefits, and child welfare systems
• Familiarity with Harm Reduction and Trauma-Informed Care practices
• Effective communication skills and proficiency in data entry/reporting
• Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
• Established relationships with community resources and service providers

Compensation and Benefits – This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon the sustained availability of grant funding.

Salary: $68,656 – $70,000 (full-time) Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Domestic Partner & Family Coverage
  • 401(k) matching, Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off, Wellness Days, Paid Holidays
  • Life/AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, mileage reimbursement
  • Voluntary AFLAC plans