Therapist - in-CIRCLE - Jackson, MS - Canopy

Description

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi's most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children's behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work for the fourth consecutive year, and is one of only eight companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in Canopy's employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

in-CIRCLE Therapist - Position Overview

• The in-Circle Program Therapist is charged with the delivery of needed mental health services.
• The therapist completes all required clinical assessments.
• The therapist is responsible for the clinical oversight and clinical interventions related to the Preliminary Action Plan (PAP), Crisis Management Plan (CMP) and the Case Service Plan in coordination with the in-Circle Program team and CPS case worker.
• The therapist is responsible for providing targeted clinical interventions based on the identified family needs through the various assessments and plans. The therapist completes required case documentation for each family within program requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Works in collaboration with CPS, the in-Circle Program team, and family to address mental health service needs.
• Collaborates with the case manager in the development of the Crisis Management Plan within 24 hours of
  admission to in-Circle Program.
• Participates in the review of the Crisis Management Plan (CMP) with each family at each Family Team Meeting,
  case plan review, and/or following any crisis intervention.
• Completes programmatic assessments within designated timeframes and use feedback from the assessments to
  plan for clinical interventions with the family.
• Completes initial clinical goals, objectives and interventions for the case plan in coordination with the in-Circle
  Program team, CPS, and family.
• Facilitates the initial Family Team Meeting with the CPS caseworker as outlined and determined by the ISP
  thereafter.
• Completes weekly case plan reviews, monitors and documents progress toward service goals.
• Implements clinical treatment interventions based on the case plan and individualized needs of the
  family.
• Provides and coordinates clinical services that are strength based and family centered.
• The in-Circle Program team works with the family members, CPS, community agencies, and stakeholders.
• Carries out quality assurance activities as assigned.
• Prepares and completes program reports as required.
• Attends weekly staff meetings.
• Is familiar with all emergency procedures.
• Is responsible for sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences in the organization/program service
  population.
• Promotes Canopy Children's Solutions programs and services to the public.
• Assists in the development and coordination of a discharge/aftercare plan with the family and CPS beginning at
  admission and through discharge.
• Available to the family and provide 24/7 crisis intervention as needed.
• Provides transportation when necessary.
• Appropriately utilizes and accepts clinical supervision to provide quality mental health services.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid and current mental health Certification (PCMHT or CMHT) and/or license (LPC, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMFTA) within 30 days of employment and a Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related behavioral health field required.
• Must have at least two (2) years clinical experience working with children and youth with serious emotional disturbances in a similar or more restrictive placement environment and families with complex needs.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver license, a good driving record, proof of legally required auto liability insurance, and must be willing to use personal vehicle for organization business.

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