Therapist / Social Worker- Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Seven Counties Services is seeking a dynamic Therapist/Social Worker in the Louisville area who is fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)! If you are an LCSW/CSW/LPCC/LPCA LMFT, Marriage and Family Therapy Associate who can use ASL in services, we are looking for an energetic therapist/social worker with experience in working with children and families as well as adults. An independent licensed individual is preferred.

• The position is based in Louisville; it serves surrounding counties both in person and via telehealth.
• Some regional travel is required.
• May collaborate with The Kentucky School for the Deaf.
• Continued training, competitive salary and benefits.

If you are passionate about working with children, families, and adults and have knowledge and familiarity with the deaf and hard of hearing community / deaf culture, then this position may be for you!

Under board approved supervision, the Therapist/social worker will follow the Kentucky Board mandates as it pertains to face-to-face clinical supervision.

Essential Job Functions

1. Must be Fluent in ASL (American Sign Language)

2. Performs clinical services, including intakes and a variety of therapy programs and techniques such as group, individual, and family therapy, expressive therapy, crisis intervention, psychodrama and modeling.

3. Maintains and completes documentation such as psychosocial assessments, case notes, case reviews, court reports, letters, etc.

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

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

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

7. Writes correspondence on behalf of clients and their families such as court reports, letters of recommendation, etc.

8. Conducts case presentations and consultations with other agencies regarding programs and services offered.

9. Formulates clinical diagnosis for both mental health and substance abuse. Formulates a clinical treatment plan to be followed for interventions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Education

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

Understanding of Kentucky’s board of licensure laws and regulations regarding clinical practices

Experience

• Three to six months of related internship or practicum experience.
• Knowledge of mental and physical characteristics of applicable population (e. g., growth and development and range of treatment needed), psychotherapy, human behavior, and treatment modes

Ability to Pass the ASL Proficiency Exam

• Case load with varying levels of client disability and need
• 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

• Occasional exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients or their families·
• Reliable transportation for frequent travel between work sites
• Within the bounds of their respective job descriptions, all staff are expected to exercise principle-centered leadership, focused on customer service responsiveness, with continuous quality improvement orientation. Additionally, all staff are expected to develop a working knowledge of and follow all policies and procedures related to safety management and other Joint Commission standards.

Within the bounds of their respective job descriptions, all staff are expected to exercise principle-centered leadership, focused on customer service responsiveness, with continuous quality improvement orientation. Additionally, all staff are expected to develop a working knowledge of and follow all policies and procedures related to safety management and other Joint Commission standards.

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Time Type

Full Time

We continually help our community and employees flourish... one life at a time. As a Seven Counties Services employee there are many benefits to enjoy. Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Seven Counties Services.

• Health & Wellness
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability - Company Paid
• Financial Wellbeing
• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid
• 403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded Matching
• Retirement and Financial Planning Services
• Career Development and Growth

Tuition Assistance Plans

• Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Clinical Supervision toward licensure and reimbursement for certain license applications

At Seven Counties Services training is one of our highest priorities. We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing education

Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us

• Leadership Academy for our rising stars, supervisors, and leaders
• Seven Counties Services and Center for Clinical Excellence provide staff with industry best practices and processes

Work Life Balance

• Paid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (10 Paid Holidays)
• Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life Balance

Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being

At Seven Counties Services, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.