Licensed Therapist/Educator – Child Advocacy Center – Full Time – Days

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Under limited supervision, provides trauma-informed mental health counseling services for child clients and their family, who have experienced or have been impacted by physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse or neglect. Duties include clinical assessment, early-stage diagnosis and development of individual treatment consistent with professional standards. This role Is responsible for active participation on multidisciplinary teams, high quality written and verbal reporting, and providing factual and expert witness testimony for the judicial system.

Schedule: Full Time 40hrs a week, Day shift

What you will Do:

Assesses and evaluates pediatric clients, determines early stage diagnosis, develops individual treatment plans, and provides interim or short-term evidence-based therapy, stabilization services, appropriate referrals, and/or termination and follow up services consistent with professional standards including timeliness and clinical documentation.

Researches and creates appropriate treatment plans for child clients and non-offending caregivers. Provides psychoeducation regarding client experiences to client and caregiver(s).

Engages as an active member of the multidisciplinary team.

Administers and assesses appropriate mental health assessment tools.

Provides monthly statistical information including the number of contacts/attendees and community contact.

Actively participates in department meetings, committees, conferences, and in-services.

Records and reports clinical documentation within 24-business hours from clinical encounter and ensures documentation is formatted in a professional manner. Provides and coordinates information to all invested parties with all appropriate releases.

Communicates respectfully, clearly, and effectively with all people, internal and external to MercyOne. Addresses audiences at the local, state and regional level.

Is a clinical consultant to other agencies, including but not limited to law enforcement and the Department of Human Services, etc. for abuse victims and their families.

Demonstrates a flexible working schedule in meeting with children and families.

Identifies and reports potential/actual adverse patient occurrences (incidents) to the person in charge and/or other appropriate lines of authority. Makes accurate, objective documentation of occurrences according to hospital policy.

Demonstrates ability to remain composed and takes appropriate action in acute or emergency.

Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, physicians, employees, and MercyOne business.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have relevant credentials as defined below: A Masters degree from an accredited college/university in mental health counseling, social work with therapy/mental health counseling specialty, psychology, or related field. Appropriate licensure in the state of Iowa or ability to become licensed in the state of Iowa within one year. Fully independent license must be attained within 5 years. If not presently trained in an approved NCA evidence-based therapeutic model, must be trained within two years. Funding for supplemental certification is available if not currently trained.

Is a member of local and national mental health organizations, if applicable.

Certification in an NCA approved evidence-based therapy modality preferred.

A minimum of one to two years of experience working with child abuse victims and family members preferred.

Must demonstrate ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with children and adults.

Must be able to work as a team member and to work independently.

Position Highlights and Benefits

The tri-state region, referred to as Western Iowa or Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.

Situated in the heart of downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartments, downtown lofts, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots, and youll just be steps away from the beautifully renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

Wellness programs

Education reimbursement

Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision

Paid time off

Long- and short-term leave

Retirement planning

Life insurance coverage

Ministry/Facility Information

MercyOne Western Iowa serves the needs of individuals in a 33-county area including western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center (https://www.mercyone.org/siouxland/location/mercyone-siouxland-medical-center) , a 238-bed regional facility, is home to the only Level II trauma center in the area – one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons – and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service. Along with owned and managed hospitals in Hawarden, Iowa, and a partnership with Dunes Surgical Hospital (https://www.mercyone.org/location/dunes-surgical-hospital) in South Dakota, the region also operates a primary care network, specialty care clinics and home health care, providing an entire continuum of preventative, primary, acute and tertiary health care services to provide personalized, compassionate care for the communities we serve and beyond.

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran