Trauma Therapist AHT

Job Title: Trauma Therapist - Anti Human Trafficking (AHT)Location/Schedule: Drop in Center Office, Cleveland, OH, M-F 10:00am – 6:00pmEmployment Type: Full Time, ExemptAbout Cleveland Rape Crisis CenterCleveland Rape Crisis Center (CRCC) supports survivors of rape and sexual abuse, promotes healing and prevention and advocates for social change. CRCC was founded in 1974 in response to Cleveland’s long-standing need for services to assist survivors of sexual assault.CRCC offers services in Cuyahoga, Ashtabula, Geauga and Lake counties such as legal advocacy, case management, and therapy services. We also do education and outreach work, to educate the community on sexual violence and human trafficking prevention.Position SummaryThe Trauma Therapist provides individual and group therapeutic services to Human Trafficking survivors and sexual violence, as well as to non-offending family members, guardians, and other close supporters. The Trauma Therapist has a minimum productivity requirement and is expected to independently manage a case load to ensure that all clients receive timely services. The Trauma Therapist has experience with trauma survivors, co-occurring disorders, and substance use treatment.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide primary therapy for survivors of sexual violence, non-offending family members, partners, guardians or loved ones of all ages; co-facilitate survivor support groupsUnderstand and respect each individual’s unique path to recovery and has knowledge about substance use disorders, principles of motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and community resourcesProvide consultation and education to survivors of sexual violence, non-offending family members, guardians, or loved ones and work with the family to connect them to appropriate support services in the communityEngage guests and clients in a supportive manner, encouraging discussion and activities focused on building trust and recoveryEmploy strategies of intervention that are consistent with empirically supported treatments and program expectations and are culturally appropriateActively identify and support linkages to community resources (e.g. communities of recovery, educational, vocational, social, cultural, mutual self-help groups, professional services, etc.) that support the individual’s goals and interestsEmploy strategies for engagement with survivors of trafficking that allow for building rapport and trust slowly over timeFloor coverageAssist with donationAssist individuals in identifying barriers and work with them to develop and implement strategies to overcome themAssist individuals in developing their own plan for advancing their recoveryWork closely with all therapeutic services and multidisciplinary team members to identify the needs of clients and their support systemsComplete data collection, data entry, and required reports and other related administrative paperwork in accordance with program timelines and standardsMaintain productivity expectations, which may change based on the goals of the agencyEffectively coordinate client care with other service providers and community resources to ensure continuity of careThis position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of CRCC.Education, Experience, Licenses, & Certifications Master’s degree in Social Services, Counseling, Art Therapy and/or a related fieldOne of the following valid OH licenses:Licensed Social Worker (LSW)Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)2+ years of direct clinical/therapy experience2+ years of experience with survivors of sexual violencePrior experience in the field of substance use preferredValid driver’s license and reliable transportationMay consider an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training to meet the essential functions of the positionSalary & BenefitsSalary Range: $55,000 - $68,000Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b retirement and match, 10 paid holidays, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities – for employees who meet benefits eligibility requirementsThis position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of CRCC.