Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Wheeling, WV 26003Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $46,000.00 - $46,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesOutpatient School Therapist Location: Wheeling, WV Position Summary Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing counseling or therapy, advocacy, and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community. Serves Ohio, Brooke, Hancock, and Marshall counties. Pay: $46,000 annually Schedule: Office Hours are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, with weekend and evening flexibility needed to meet needs of persons served. Working At NYAP Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k) Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 22 days off each year 11 paid holidays per year Student loan repayment assistance Tuition assistance Friday Summer hours Work anniversary trips Mileage reimbursement Peace Leave Paid Parental Leave Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy. Responsibilities The Outpatient Therapist will perform duties including, but not limited to: Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies. Develops, implements, and supervises behavioral plans according to the needs of the program, staff, families, and persons served. Ensures all relevant school personnel, family service counselor, foster parents or guardians and bio parents (as needed) are educated and instructed on individual behavioral plans for persons served. Establishes and maintains contact with relevant community and school personnel to provide accurate monitoring. Maintains accurate and up to date records of evaluations, behavioral plans, treatment plans, and progress. Effectively and appropriately sets limits with persons served that are appropriate to the situation. Transports persons served as needed. Models appropriate and professional behavior. Ensures that documentation of progress notes, treatment and behavior plans, and assessments are accurate and completed in the required time. Relates with persons served, foster parents, guardians, community, partners, peers and the general public in a respectful and professional manner in person and phone interaction. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution. 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred. A valid advanced professional license preferred: LPC, LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, or LGSW preferred, or license-eligible. A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served. Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers. Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function. Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others. Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds. Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. Driving and Vehicle Requirements Valid driver’s license Reliable personal transportation Good driving record Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability If this describes YOU, please apply today! www.nyap.org/employment Who We Are National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency. We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth, and families. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. QualificationsAn Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

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