Current Job Openings

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Therapist

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The Therapist provides trauma-informed individual, group, and crisis counseling to adult female survivors of domestic sex trafficking in accordance with program goals. The position conducts a comprehensive assessment of resident clinical needs, renders a clinical diagnosis when appropriate, develops a treatment plan, and reports resident progress. This position reports to the Director of Clinical Programs and works closely with other leaders and staff of the agency.  

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Principal Duties

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• Provide individual trauma-informed mental health counseling to each resident on a weekly basis

  • Create a safe, accepting environment to facilitate trust and healing

  • Establish a professionally sensitive and insightful relationship with all clients

  • Identify and evaluate resident needs and effectively communicate with clients in crisis

  • Teach effective, healthy coping skills as residents work toward restoration

  • Implement techniques and interventions that lead clients to work through trauma

  • Provide psychoeducation on trauma, substance abuse, trafficking, etc.

• Develop a therapeutic treatment plan for each resident

• Provide referrals to other mental health providers/medical care providers when necessary

• Facilitate group therapy for all residents on a weekly basis

• Teach psychoeducational classes on relevant topics and facilitate discussion

•  Respond appropriately to any crisis situation that may arise when on site

• Complete all necessary documentation, such as intake information, treatment plans, progress notes, etc. in a timely manner

• Participate in training and continuing education opportunities that will increase knowledge and skills

• Participate in weekly team staff meetings to collaborate on effectively helping each resident

• Facilitate occasional trainings for staff on relevant clinical issues and therapeutic interventions

• Assist in admission process by conducting interviews with applicants and providing input to help with team decision making

• Facilitate admission and routine clinical assessments to assist in program evaluation and application of grant funding

• Provide individual counseling for Rest Stop Ministries graduates, upon transition from program

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Qualifications

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Due to the sensitive nature of our work with female survivors of sex trafficking, this position is only open to females.

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The most competitive candidates will possess: 

Education and Experience 

• LMSW, LCSW or LPC preferred; master’s degree in social work, counseling or related field considered

• A minimum of two years of professional experience working in a relevant field

• Certified in Brain Spotting or EMDR preferred (or equivalent therapeutic technique)

• Experience working with sex trafficking survivors, victim services, domestic violence, addictions, substance abuse, and/or other persons in crisis or vulnerable populations

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies 

• Knowledge of community resources and counseling/social work practices with high-risk populations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to establish rapport

• Ability to emotionally regulate in crisis or intense emotional situations

• Ability to manage the balance of crisis work with self-care practices

• Ability to motivate others towards achieving goals

• Ability to work independently with strong sense of focus, task-oriented, nonjudgmental, open personal qualities, clear sense of boundaries

• Team player, ability to adapt to scheduling changes that may occur within a residential setting

• Ability to maintain confidentiality as required by law, professional codes of ethics, and in the best interest of residents and alumni

• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle 

• Mobile phone required as a tool of business; monthly reimbursement of $25

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How To Apply

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter expanding on your specific interest and qualifications to randywoicik@reststopministries.org.

 

Employment will be subject to background check, references, and verification of information supplied.

 

Details

Starting Salary: Up to $25/hour

Health Benefits: RSM offers a generous PTO plan (starting at 15 days in the first year), 8 paid holidays per year, and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) 

Date Posted: 7/23/2024

Position Type: Part-time, Non-exempt 

Job Function: Direct Care, Therapy

Service Area: Nonprofit Sector, Mental Health Services

Work Location: Wilson County, TN 

Working Hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm Monday, Tuesday, and Friday preferred