Synergy Services

The Art Therapist provides assessment and treatment services to Synergy Service’s children and their families at Synergy House/Youth Resiliency Center.. The direct clinical counseling services include assessment (initial assessment, testing, or other assessment) and treatment (individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, art therapy, play therapy, support groups, and psycho-educational groups) with designated client populations.. Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marital and family, art therapy, or other applied behavior science degree and a license in the State of Missouri.. Art therapy training or credential is preferred but not required.. The employee must be fully licensed as a therapist at the Master’s level (Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist).

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Position: Art Therapist - NEW GRADS WELCOME Program: Synergy House/Youth Resiliency Center Status: Full-Time, Hourly. Position will work primarily day hours, some evening hours as required. Description: The Art Therapist provides assessment and treatment services to Synergy Service’s children and their families at Synergy House/Youth Resiliency Center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include The Following. CLINICAL Provides direct clinical counseling services 22-25 hours per week for a full-time therapist. (Note: Clinical service hours are prorated if a part time therapist.) The direct clinical counseling services include assessment (initial assessment, testing, or other assessment) and treatment (individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, art therapy, play therapy, support groups, and psycho-educational groups) with designated client populations. CASE MANAGEMENT Provides treatment planning, case management, and follow-up of cases. Case management includes, networking with substance abuse and mental health agencies and the Children’s Division of the State of Missouri, coordinating services, writing reports, and making referrals for additional or different services. Maintains clinical portions of client files according to Agency documentation standards. SUPERVISION & TRAINING Participates in weekly peer supervision group and individual supervision of cases as needed. Participates in professional development and training such as attending continuing education workshops. Maintains requirements for credentialing or licensure as appropriate. PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT (3-5 hours per week): Participates in program planning and problem solving, facilitates team building and staff development, actively participates in program team meetings, and participates in the on-call rotation, which includes clinical and case management responsibilities as prescribed by the program. Participation in Performance and Quality Improvement activity is required by each employee. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This job may include an assignment of clinical supervisory responsibilities of practicum students, interns, or other employed therapists seeking licensure. The employee is expected to assist other employees by sharing experience, expertise and training. Clinical and administrative decision-making are included in the supervisory responsibilities when employee is serving in the on-call rotation. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marital and family, art therapy, or other applied behavior science degree and a license in the State of Missouri. Art therapy training or credential is preferred but not required. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS The employee must be fully licensed as a therapist at the Master’s level (Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). Must have a Valid Drivers (class E) license. Must complete and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid Met Tech, and Safe Crisis training. Other Skills And Abilities The employee must have the ability to use general office equipment and computer software, including Windows, Word for Windows, Outlook, and MS Access. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Requirements Must be at least 21 years of age, pass a background check and Family Care Safety Registry screening, fingerprint screen, physical, drug screen, and have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Diversity & Inclusion: Synergy Services is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We feel our staff, interns and volunteers are among our most valuable assets. The collective sum of the individual difference, life experience, knowledge, self-expression and unique capabilities that our staff, interns and volunteers bring to their work at Synergy represents a large part of not only our agency culture but our reputation as well. We embrace and encourage our staff’s, intern’s and volunteers’ differences in age, race/ethnicity, religious creed, ancestry, color, sex, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic testing and screening information, covered veterans status or any other characteristic that makes us unique. Non-Discrimination: Synergy Services is an EEO employer. We firmly support the principle and philosophy of equal employment for all individuals, regardless of age, race/ethnicity, religious creed, ancestry, color, sex, disability (including pregnancy), national origin, marital status, political belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic testing and screening information, covered veteran status or any other protected category pursuant to applicable federal, state or local laws. Benefits: All full-time positions are eligible for generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, sick days and personal holidays and a 401K Plan with Employer Match. Some regular part-time positions are eligible for partial benefits. Synergy Services is an equal opportunity employer who values and embraces diversity.

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