Catholic Charities
Lead Therapist – Counseling Services
Catholic Charities, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Overview
Description
Work Hours:
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Workdays:
Monday – Friday (weekends/evenings as needed)
Location:
2911 New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX
Mission:
The Mission of Catholic Charities is to provide for the needs of our community through selfless service under the sign of love.
Summary The Lead Therapist is responsible for supervising the delivery of counseling services at Grace Counseling, St Peter, St Joseph’s Children’s Home, and other sites as needed. This position includes recruitment, hiring and training of all therapists and interns under supervision. The Lead Therapist supervises all assigned program therapists and interns within Community Programs and some Shelter Programs. The Lead Therapist onboards new therapists and interns, monitors program progress, successes and challenges, and provides required reports and correspondence to funding sources and the agency. The Lead Therapist also provides therapy to participants onsite or at other locations throughout the Archdiocese. The Lead Therapist assists the Senior Director in managing the budget, including monitoring expenses, productivity studies, reimbursement billing, grant writing, and fund development. The Lead Therapist represents the Counseling Department and the agency at community meetings and events.
Position Responsibilities
Recruit, interview, hire and train new employees and interns under supervision; make recommendations for performance improvement and/or termination.
Disseminate program information to other community programs, agencies and entities by phone, mail, email, and at community meetings and events.
Ensure the counseling program adheres to procedures and protocols of designated funding entities (e.g., Texas Pregnancy Care Network, VOCA, Bexar County).
Train new hires, interns and all assigned staff on agency procedures, protocols and documentation requirements.
Provide specified monthly/quarterly reports for the counseling program to funding sources and/or the agency.
Develop, assess and make recommendations based on bi-weekly productivity reports for all therapists and interns.
Monitor client files for required forms, accuracy, and appropriate documentation and service review.
Attend grant-related and collaborative meetings for the counseling program.
Assist with grant proposals and present information to potential funding sources as required.
Review the program monthly budget, incoming revenue, and expenditures with the Senior Director.
Monitor job performance of all staff based on services provided, program procedures, and program/grant goals.
Provide staff with monthly supportive supervision and a formal annual review.
Be sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Adhere to safety training and protocols daily, taking precautionary measures to ensure safety and well-being of self and others.
Protect the confidentiality of information or material obtained in the service with the organization, including client names and services rendered, donors and gifts, investigations, and financial information.
Adhere to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy.
Maintain a trauma-informed and solution-oriented approach in interactions, promoting collaboration and the Mission and Vision of the organization.
Competencies
Focus
Building Collaboration
Performance Management
Developing Others
Leadership
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited school in the licensure discipline.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience in individual, family, and/or group therapy. Preferred experience with Foster Care, Substance Abuse and/or Pre- and Post-Partum Counseling. Experience supervising a client service team is preferred.
License and Credentials: Valid driver license with clean driving record, valid vehicle insurance. Licensure in one or more of the following: LPC, LCSW, or LMFT. Reliable transportation is required. Preferred supervisor designation or eligibility to become a supervisor within the first 6–12 months of employment.
Minimum Knowledge and Skills:
Minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience in counseling adults, teens, children, couples, and/or families.
Extensive knowledge of the process of change and trauma-informed care.
Proficiency with computer software: EHR, email, internet, Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
Leadership and management experience; public speaking skills.
Strong time management, ability to work on multiple projects, detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently or in a team.
Good written and verbal communication; strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Disclaimer This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. The organization reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel or workload).
This is a grant-funded position and salary is dependent on funding availability. Position can be eliminated at any time due to lack of funding.
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To view this and other employment opportunities please visit our website at
www.ccaosa.org . You must apply through our website and complete the application and upload your resume. No phone calls please. If you are chosen for an interview, you will be contacted.
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Work Hours:
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Workdays:
Monday – Friday (weekends/evenings as needed)
Location:
2911 New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX
Mission:
The Mission of Catholic Charities is to provide for the needs of our community through selfless service under the sign of love.
Summary The Lead Therapist is responsible for supervising the delivery of counseling services at Grace Counseling, St Peter, St Joseph’s Children’s Home, and other sites as needed. This position includes recruitment, hiring and training of all therapists and interns under supervision. The Lead Therapist supervises all assigned program therapists and interns within Community Programs and some Shelter Programs. The Lead Therapist onboards new therapists and interns, monitors program progress, successes and challenges, and provides required reports and correspondence to funding sources and the agency. The Lead Therapist also provides therapy to participants onsite or at other locations throughout the Archdiocese. The Lead Therapist assists the Senior Director in managing the budget, including monitoring expenses, productivity studies, reimbursement billing, grant writing, and fund development. The Lead Therapist represents the Counseling Department and the agency at community meetings and events.
Position Responsibilities
Recruit, interview, hire and train new employees and interns under supervision; make recommendations for performance improvement and/or termination.
Disseminate program information to other community programs, agencies and entities by phone, mail, email, and at community meetings and events.
Ensure the counseling program adheres to procedures and protocols of designated funding entities (e.g., Texas Pregnancy Care Network, VOCA, Bexar County).
Train new hires, interns and all assigned staff on agency procedures, protocols and documentation requirements.
Provide specified monthly/quarterly reports for the counseling program to funding sources and/or the agency.
Develop, assess and make recommendations based on bi-weekly productivity reports for all therapists and interns.
Monitor client files for required forms, accuracy, and appropriate documentation and service review.
Attend grant-related and collaborative meetings for the counseling program.
Assist with grant proposals and present information to potential funding sources as required.
Review the program monthly budget, incoming revenue, and expenditures with the Senior Director.
Monitor job performance of all staff based on services provided, program procedures, and program/grant goals.
Provide staff with monthly supportive supervision and a formal annual review.
Be sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Adhere to safety training and protocols daily, taking precautionary measures to ensure safety and well-being of self and others.
Protect the confidentiality of information or material obtained in the service with the organization, including client names and services rendered, donors and gifts, investigations, and financial information.
Adhere to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy.
Maintain a trauma-informed and solution-oriented approach in interactions, promoting collaboration and the Mission and Vision of the organization.
Competencies
Focus
Building Collaboration
Performance Management
Developing Others
Leadership
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited school in the licensure discipline.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience in individual, family, and/or group therapy. Preferred experience with Foster Care, Substance Abuse and/or Pre- and Post-Partum Counseling. Experience supervising a client service team is preferred.
License and Credentials: Valid driver license with clean driving record, valid vehicle insurance. Licensure in one or more of the following: LPC, LCSW, or LMFT. Reliable transportation is required. Preferred supervisor designation or eligibility to become a supervisor within the first 6–12 months of employment.
Minimum Knowledge and Skills:
Minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience in counseling adults, teens, children, couples, and/or families.
Extensive knowledge of the process of change and trauma-informed care.
Proficiency with computer software: EHR, email, internet, Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
Leadership and management experience; public speaking skills.
Strong time management, ability to work on multiple projects, detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently or in a team.
Good written and verbal communication; strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Disclaimer This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. The organization reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel or workload).
This is a grant-funded position and salary is dependent on funding availability. Position can be eliminated at any time due to lack of funding.
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To view this and other employment opportunities please visit our website at
www.ccaosa.org . You must apply through our website and complete the application and upload your resume. No phone calls please. If you are chosen for an interview, you will be contacted.
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