What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Behavioral/CPST Specialist and Driver- After School Program position at Applewood Centers?
From our roots as a school, an orphanage and a guidance clinic, through our evolution to the large behavioral health and social service organization we are today, our services for children and families have spanned over 175 years. In the early days, we schooled and cared for approximately 25 children. Today we serve nearly 6,000 children and their families each year. Our Mission is to foster solutions for children, youth and families. Applewood Centers’ vision is to be a leader in improving the lives of children in Ohio by providing high quality behavioral healthcare and out-of-home services for children and their families.
Position Description: To provide guidance and instruction to foster emotional, physical and mental growth of clients through therapeutic group facilitation and individual TBS/CPST services, intervention and positive role modeling. Key responsibilities include planning and facilitating ASP groups in collaboration with licensed group facilitators on various topics in accordance with the client treatment plans, participating in the development of clients’ ASP group treatment goals, assistance with monitoring, evaluating and documenting client response to treatment, assistance with care and maintenance of the group space, assist in client transportation and other group activities in accordance with established guidelines. In this role the TBS/CPST specialist also provides Therapeutic Behavioral Services to clients, their families, and/or significant others as needed. They will provide services to clients in a community settings and works to provide support – including education and consultation – for parents and/or caregivers, case coordination, and symptom management and monitoring. The TBS/CPST Specialist is expected to meet the program’s productivity target for billable service each quarter.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology or related field, and prior experience in the delivery of mental health services to children in groups with complex needs is essential.
- Candidate must be compassionate, empathetic, gender affirming, and have strong verbal de-escalation skills.
- Openness to supervision and trainings around trauma informed care and the appropriate manner in which to work with youth with trauma and behavioral concerns.
- Ability to maintain a clinical schedule; report to shift on time, complete daily tasks in a timely manner, and have the ability to be flexible during school breaks.
- Have a valid OH driver’s license with no more than 6 points as well as a valid auto insurance required.
Benefits: At Applewood Centers we pride ourselves in having a collaborative culture and team environment found throughout our programs. Our Core Values help set the goals and expectations of our employees. We value our employees and their commitment to our mission and offer competitive benefits including:
- A competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Generous paid time off including:
- 10 holidays per year
- 12 days of Extended Illness Bank time per year
- 15 to 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year depending on position
- Domestic partner benefits
- 403(b) plan
- Life insurance
- Paid long-term disability
Other benefits of working at Applewood Centers include:
- A friendly, professional and appreciated staff
- Working with a team committed to the well-being of others
- Career growth
- Staff recognition
- Year round free CEU trainings
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