Therapist - Cayuga Centers

Cayuga Centers is hiring immediately for a Therapist. 

Location: Palm Beach County

Salary: $28.00 - $31.00/hour

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families in our community!

About Cayuga Centers

Cayuga Centers is an accredited non-profit, human services agency dedicated to family support and preservation, trauma-informed care, and serving vulnerable populations with the most unique needs. Founded in 1852 in Auburn, NY, we have a long history of delivering high-quality and innovative services to individuals, children, youth and families. We have offices in 10 cities and serve over 10,000 individuals and families annually. Join us!

At Cayuga Centers, we embrace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). We do this by taking a firm stance against hatred, inequality, bias, and injustice. We do this by providing our staff with the training, coaching, and resources necessary to grow and serve with cultural humility, acceptance, and understanding. We are responsive to the diverse needs of those we serve and staff, and are committed to ensuring that everyone feels respected, valued, and a sense of belonging.

Cayuga Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee, or applicant based on race, color, creed, hair style/texture, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

About the Program and Position:

At Cayuga Centers, we know how important mental wellness is for you and your loved ones. That’s why we offer our Child and Family Counseling program, which aims to help individuals improve their emotional well-being and strengthen family relationships. Our program includes individual, group, and family counseling, as well as psychiatric services for children, youth, and adults who are dealing with a wide range of challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and more.

How you get to use your skills…

• Provides the highest quality of care to the clients served

• Provides therapy services in accordance with Medicaid/funders, COA standards, agency policies and procedures, the Professional and Ethical guidelines of the respective field and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

• Provides treatment services either in the community (i.e.; home, school, etc.) and/or outpatient clinic as indicated on each client’s treatment plan

• Demonstrates ability to connect, empathize, and show dedication to serving children, adolescents, young adults, and their families

• Plans and administers therapeutic treatment in accordance with the client’s treatment plan and subsequent treatment plan reviews, using appropriate clinical intervention

• Ensures client receives frequency of services as needed per his/her level of functioning

• Maintains an excellent working knowledge of current practices of the profession, including but not limited to an extensive working knowledge of the current DSM edition

• Provides a minimum of 18 client contact hours therapy sessions per week for a maximum of 29 hours per week

• Ensures that documentation (to include but not be limited to progress notes, timesheets, treatment plan reviews, CFARS, FARS) is completed and submitted within given deadlines and in accordance with Medicaid/funders, COA standards, professional codes of ethics, internal policies and procedures, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulation

• Completes documentation that is timely, accurate, thorough, individualized, and clinically sufficient for each client seen using agency approved forms and/or systems

• Ensures/verifies that all appropriate consents and authorizations have been signed by client and/or legal guardian(s), as appropriate

• Reviews progress towards treatment goals with clients and their families

• Develops, implements and documents appropriate discharge planning with all clients

• Fulfills mandatory obligations of reporting abuse and neglect and complies with agency policies and procedures regarding these instances

• Maintains client confidentiality and the security of Protected Health Information (PHI)

• Attends court hearings, with prior approval and when necessary

• Performs all agency activities, job duties and responsibilities and related agency activities with respect and appreciation for the persons served, including the diversity of cultures, traditions, and practices

• Performs other duties, as assigned

Schedule: Non-Exempt

• We are looking for an applicant who is willing to work with the youth/families at a time that suits the youth and family needs on a flexible schedule. This is a full-time, 40-hour-a-week position.

Why Cayuga Centers?

• Certified Great Place to Work ®   

• Workplace Wellness Award Finalist

• Council on Accreditation (COA) Accredited

• Implement best practices and evidence-based interventions

• Committed to employee professional development and advancement

• We embrace change, innovation and opportunities

• Our diverse workforce acts and leads with human sensitivity and respect

• Large and growing national footprint

Keyword: Master's degree, Marriage and Family Therapist, Creative Art Therapist, Registered Intern in Florida, Psychology, MSW, Social Work
Required Experience:

• Master Level Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology. Must be eligible for or have State of Florida License or Registered Intern status. If not licensed or registered as an intern, must become registered within 90 days of hire date.

• Experience providing therapy to children and/or adolescents with emotional and behavioral issues.

• Knowledgeable in areas of child development, family functioning, child abuse and neglect and resistant clients.

• Experience in collaborating with other disciplines and services.

• Strong ability to effectively communicate information both orally and written in one-to-one and small group situations to clients and other employees.

• Strong ability to listen and develop good rapport with clients.

• Bilingual – English/Spanish or English/Creole preferred

• Strong clinical thinking and therapeutic knowledge, experience providing individual/group/family counseling

• Valid FL Driver’s License required

Physical Requirements:

• Computer work requires sitting at a desk for long periods of time

• Time on your feet for up to several hours a day

• Time driving and/or taking public transportation to conduct client and family visits

Benefits:

• $28 - $31 / hour

• 160 hours of Vacation

• 10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment Time

• Supervision available for licensure

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Pet and Legal insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• FSA, Transit, and Parking savings accounts

• Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, enhanced short-term disability benefits

• 401(k) match up to 6 %

• Corporate Discounts Program

• Sick Leave Pool

• Identity Protection

• Hybrid remote working

Cayuga Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. Women, Veterans, and members of the BIPOC community are strongly encouraged to apply. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug testing.

From: Cayuga Centers