Wayne Halfway House is committed to the belief that every moment of every day is critical for each of our youth. We train our employees to always be a positive example for those around them. Through constant effort and encouragement, we believe our residents will receive a life-changing impact, which will lead them to future successes.
General Responsibilities:
The Therapist will be under the direction of the Clinical Director and Case Manager Supervisor and will be primarily responsible for providing therapeutic services for the residents of the facility, as well as conduct intake assessments under the supervision of the Case Manager Supervisor, as requested, by DCS.
Duties:
1. Provide regular therapeutic services for an individual caseload of clients referred by Program Case Managers at the facility.
2. Conduct intake process after admission to program to evaluate clients’ physical or mental condition, based on review of available client information and interview(s) with client.
3. Complete psychological assessments as requested by DCS.
4. Provide a clinical diagnosis for clients, as necessary, through use of DSM-5 and consultation with Case Manager Supervisor.
5. Participate in Child and Family Team Meetings, as requested, to provide updates on treatment goals.
6. Complete documentation for resident case records in a timely manner and provide to Program Case Managers.
7. Perform crisis interventions with clients when necessary.
8. Follow all applicable policies of Wayne Halfway House, Inc.
9. Demonstrate competence in cultural knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity.
Qualifications and Experience:
A counselor must have at least a Master’s Degree from an accredited academic program in a field related to Human Services.
NO FELONY CONVICTIONS AND MUST PASS A DRUG SCREEN!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
Education:
Ability to Relocate:
- Waynesboro, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person