Pool Therapist, Youth Crisis

At Jefferson Center, it is our policy and our mission to be inclusive and mindful of the diversity of everyone who comes through our doors. We are passionate about building a community where mental health matters and equitable care is accessible to all races, ethnicities, abilities, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sexual orientations, gender expressions, religions, cultures, and languages.

The CSU Pool Therapist's purpose is to provide individual, family, and group therapy to children/youth who are admitted to the Crisis Stabilization Unit.

This includes conducting initial assessments, directing clinical services, and assisting with case management and disposition planning for children/youth.

The CSU's mission is to use an interdisciplinary team of clinicians, residential counselors, medical staff and admissions staff to provide brief, 3-5 day, crisis stabilization treatment for children and youth with behavioral health issues, including depression, suicidal thoughts, other trauma reactions, and family issues.

Our team coordinates treatment and provides tools and safety planning for children/youth and families so that they can safely return to their homes and the community. We are committed to serving Colorado’s children/youth while maintaining a non-judgmental and inclusive approach.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Meets with all assigned children/youth, conduct clinical interviews and set up initial staffing in order to develop treatment plans for each individual.
• Maintains caseload as assigned by Manager or Program Coordinator by overseeing the implementation and review of all treatment services provided to each child/youth on caseload.
• Primary coordinator for discharge planning and transition of care to community resources for each child/youth on caseload
• Conducts individual, family, and group therapy. Co-facilitate multi-family group with other Therapists. Will maximize medically authorized services with clients and their families in accordance with the treatment plan.
• Works with Case Managers in coordination with the referring agency and/or funding source, community contacts, family, legal system, and other professionals involved in the child/youth’s treatment.
• Maintains timely documentation. This includes but is not limited to admission notes, progress notes, discharge paperwork, and treatment plans.
• Follows all Jefferson Center policies and procedures in order to maintain the highest standards and provide the best level of care to children/youth.
• Operates within scope of his/her respective license and complies with all regulations regarding his/her respective license.
• Complies with managed care standards regarding regular utilization review of all assigned cases in order to meet all licensing requirements for residential treatment of adolescent populations.
• Facilitates transitions to the next level of care by working in conjunction with other members of the treatment team, receiving agency, family members, and all other professionals involved in the planned departure from New Vistas.
• Regularly attends all staffings/rounds to facilitate communication and effective client management.
• Attends mandatory trainings to maintain compliance with training standards and ensure effective treatment.
• Consults with the milieu staff regarding clinical issues by monitoring the delivery of clinical services on the unit, and identifying and assisting in training needs in order to provide clinical direction of the unit.
• Represents New Vistas in communications with referral sources, other professionals, organizations, and programs managing those contacts with diplomacy, respect, dignity, and professional behavior to enhance the program's mission with regard to the surrounding communities.
• Maintains good communication with treatment team members, Program Coordinator, and Manager in order to receive and provide professional support and pro-active problem-solving strategies.
• Refrains from dual relationships with residents and their families as defined by Jefferson Center’s' policies in order to maintain professional boundaries.
• Maintains a culturally and socioeconomically sensitive environment for children/youth.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager or Program Coordinator.

NOTE:  EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL DUTIES OF THIS JOB.  THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL DUTIES,

RESPONSIBILITIES, OR QUALIFICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, & Experience

• Conferred Master’s degree (from an accredited University/College) in a mental health or related field required.
• Clinical license preferred (Licensed Psychologist, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT)
• Experience in working with children and youth with mental health issues and their families.
• Skills in family therapy interventions, crisis interventions, culturally sensitive interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy, and other applicable treatment modalities.
• Understanding of the effects of trauma on the individuals who are admitted to the Crisis Stabilization Unit. Expertise in child development, attachment issues, trauma treatment, abuse/neglect, foster and adoptive issues within families.
• Knowledge of stages of change and motivational interviewing.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word minimum) required for use of EHR and report writing.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Salary Grade 51-Master’s Unlicensed Clinician $36.00/hr to $46.00/hr based on shift.

Salary Grade 52- (Licensed Clinician LCSW, LMFT, LPC) $41.00/hr to $51/hr based on shift.

We will accept applications on an ongoing basis.