Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and adolescents where the focus is helping kids recover from trauma experiences ? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where every day brings new opportunities to help young minds grow and flourish? If so, we want YOU to join our fantastic team at Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers!

Who We Are: At DTAC, we believe in the power of mental health and the importance of supporting children and adolescents through their unique challenges. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where young people can develop the skills, they need to navigate life's ups and downs. We are a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about what we do, and we're looking for someone equally enthusiastic to join us!

What You'll Do:

Be a Guiding Light: Provide individual and group counseling to children and adolescents, helping them navigate emotional and behavioral challenges.
Create Safe Spaces: Develop and implement therapeutic programs and activities that foster a supportive and inclusive environment.
Empower and Educate: Offer guidance and resources to parents and caregivers, empowering them to support their children's mental health journey.
Champion Well-Being: Advocate for the mental health needs of children and adolescents within the community.
Conduct individual and group counseling sessions with all youth and family members on a consistent basis under the direction of the Mental Health Professional, Site Supervisor, or Senior Mental Health Counselor.
Participate in weekly consultation sessions with the Mental Health Professional, as well as weekly clinical supervision meetings with the Site Supervisor, Mental Health Professional, Director of Clinical Quality, and A.R.R.T.S. Program Coordinator.
Serve as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Maintain professional documentation duties, i.e. Individual Treatment Plan updates, court reports, progress notes, client file documents, behavioral contracts, safety plans, incident reports, and other responsibilities delegated by Site Supervisor, Mental Health Professional, Director of Clinic-$l Qu-lity, and A.R.R.T.S. Program Coordinator.

Rate of Pay: $20.00-$22.00 phr

Who You Are:

Passionate: You have a deep commitment to supporting the mental health of children and adolescents.
Qualified: You have the necessary credentials:
Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral sciences field
Minimum of one year experience in behavioral healthcare services for children and adolescents.
Experience includes both work and clinical internships.
Must have, or be in training, to receive certification in the treatment of sexually aggressive youth in at least a 60-credit hour academic and practicum program with competency evaluation and testing. Certification is a requirement within one year of the date of hire, and the certification process will begin after 90-day probationary period ends.
Empathetic: You have a big heart and the ability to connect with young people on their level.
Creative: You bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to therapy.
Collaborative: You thrive in a team environment and enjoy working with others to achieve common goals.
Adaptable: You are flexible and able to navigate the ever-changing needs of children and adolescents.
Positive: You have an optimistic outlook and a can-do attitude that inspires others.

Why You'll Love Us:

Supportive Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, support, and mutual respect.
Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents every day.
Fun and Engaging: Work in a lively and dynamic environment where creativity and fun are encouraged.
Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that celebrates and values all backgrounds.

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Is your bachelor's degree in a Human Service/Social Work-related field? This is a requirement for this role.

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Behavioral Health (youth): 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Williamsport, PA 17702 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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