Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County
Family Therapist
Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
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Family Therapist
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Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County .
Founded in 1888, Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County is a united Christian organization and ministry dedicated to providing
love, hope, respect, and a new beginning
for homeless women, men, and families. UGM‑TC is funded entirely by generosity of the community and offers a residency program for individuals looking to maximize their potential and transition out of homelessness. Through the programs and services provided, individuals develop essential life skills to become independent, productive members of our community. UGM‑TC is God’s healthy place to end homelessness one person at a time.
SUMMARY The Clinical Therapist serves as a clinician to families with children and unaccompanied men and women. The Clinical Therapist is responsible for providing high quality trauma informed, two generational counseling services utilizing a battery of evidence-based clinical modalities, including but not limited to: Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, etc. This person should be an active church member.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate deep understanding of trauma and the impact on clients. Provide culturally responsive, strength based, clinical counseling services within the framework of a trauma-informed, systemic approach.
Conduct ongoing need assessments and coordinate clinical services with external agencies as determined appropriate.
Collaborate with clients to complete and update individualized treatment and safety plans. Monitor for progress and update as deemed necessary.
Participate in staffing meetings, team meetings, cross collaboration meetings. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings (MDT) designed to determine program admission; monitor tor progress; assess for discharge readiness and appropriateness of involuntary discharge; and identify areas of continued need and make mental health focused interventions recommendations.
Proactively engage clients in trauma informed treatment services promoting enhanced attachment, decreased symptoms, and improved safety.
Maintaining open and transparent communication with the Director of Clinical Counseling Services or next level of authority.
Promote and support cross collaboration with internal and external programs and services to ensure clients are referred and linked to need driven supportive services.
Participate in trauma focused clinical consultation and individual and group supervision. Facilitate psychoeducation groups for adults and child clients.
Participate as a member of the UGM's Crisis team. Provide appropriate and timely crisis intervention. Support management of safety risks and/or mental health emergencies and occurrences.
Meet with individuals, families, and/or groups as needed.
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
A Master's degree from an accredited university or college with a major in Marriage and Family Therapy, social work, counseling, or psychology.
AND one of the following clinical licensures: LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LMFT-A licensure with at least 3 years of experience providing clinical counseling to adults and/or children.
Eligible candidates must either be fully licensed OR actively under supervision with more than 50% of their hours completed.
PREFERRED
Trained in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) and prior education and utilization of an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach, at least 5+ years' experience in child welfare, preferred.
Experience working with family systems.
Salary:
The salary range starts at $65,000 and increases based upon experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND HOURS Primarily office conditions, however, local travel is required. Some work in storage areas. General working hours. Flexible scheduling may be required. Some additional evening, early morning and weekend work may be required with this position. Flexible hours will be determined in consultation with the Director of Clinical Counseling Services.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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Family Therapist
role at
Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County .
Founded in 1888, Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County is a united Christian organization and ministry dedicated to providing
love, hope, respect, and a new beginning
for homeless women, men, and families. UGM‑TC is funded entirely by generosity of the community and offers a residency program for individuals looking to maximize their potential and transition out of homelessness. Through the programs and services provided, individuals develop essential life skills to become independent, productive members of our community. UGM‑TC is God’s healthy place to end homelessness one person at a time.
SUMMARY The Clinical Therapist serves as a clinician to families with children and unaccompanied men and women. The Clinical Therapist is responsible for providing high quality trauma informed, two generational counseling services utilizing a battery of evidence-based clinical modalities, including but not limited to: Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, etc. This person should be an active church member.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate deep understanding of trauma and the impact on clients. Provide culturally responsive, strength based, clinical counseling services within the framework of a trauma-informed, systemic approach.
Conduct ongoing need assessments and coordinate clinical services with external agencies as determined appropriate.
Collaborate with clients to complete and update individualized treatment and safety plans. Monitor for progress and update as deemed necessary.
Participate in staffing meetings, team meetings, cross collaboration meetings. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings (MDT) designed to determine program admission; monitor tor progress; assess for discharge readiness and appropriateness of involuntary discharge; and identify areas of continued need and make mental health focused interventions recommendations.
Proactively engage clients in trauma informed treatment services promoting enhanced attachment, decreased symptoms, and improved safety.
Maintaining open and transparent communication with the Director of Clinical Counseling Services or next level of authority.
Promote and support cross collaboration with internal and external programs and services to ensure clients are referred and linked to need driven supportive services.
Participate in trauma focused clinical consultation and individual and group supervision. Facilitate psychoeducation groups for adults and child clients.
Participate as a member of the UGM's Crisis team. Provide appropriate and timely crisis intervention. Support management of safety risks and/or mental health emergencies and occurrences.
Meet with individuals, families, and/or groups as needed.
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
A Master's degree from an accredited university or college with a major in Marriage and Family Therapy, social work, counseling, or psychology.
AND one of the following clinical licensures: LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LMFT-A licensure with at least 3 years of experience providing clinical counseling to adults and/or children.
Eligible candidates must either be fully licensed OR actively under supervision with more than 50% of their hours completed.
PREFERRED
Trained in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) and prior education and utilization of an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach, at least 5+ years' experience in child welfare, preferred.
Experience working with family systems.
Salary:
The salary range starts at $65,000 and increases based upon experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND HOURS Primarily office conditions, however, local travel is required. Some work in storage areas. General working hours. Flexible scheduling may be required. Some additional evening, early morning and weekend work may be required with this position. Flexible hours will be determined in consultation with the Director of Clinical Counseling Services.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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