Licensed Foster Care Clinician

Cayuga Centers is hiring immediately for a Licensed Foster Care Clinician! Location: Pittsburgh, PA - Allegheny County This is a temporary to possible permanent position* Pay: $56,476 - $82,800/annually (Based on education/licensure status/experience) 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 program offices in 8 states and serve over 10,000 individuals and families annually. Join us! At Cayuga Centers, we embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. 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, 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 Licensed Foster Care Clinician Position: Cayuga Centers is seeking a TFFC Clinician to provide support and mentoring to children and adolescents in our Pittsburgh Treatment Foster Care (TFFC) Program. Under the supervision of the Director of Foster Care Services, the Clinician coordinates treatment planning and delivery for all program youth and families. The TFFC Clinician strives to build a partnership between the youth, foster family and discharge resource. They provide individual and family therapy to assigned youth and their families. TFFC Clinicians take a leadership role within a multidisciplinary team. This staff member will maintain professionalism in all areas, including confidentiality. Does this interest you? We’d love for you to join our team in helping children and families create safe, happy, and healthy environments. How you get to use your clinical and therapeutic skills as a Licensed Foster Care Clinician… Complete all required clinical sessions as well as documentation (case notes, treatment plans, mental health assessments, etc.) on time Provide weekly individual therapy to program youth and family therapy to program youth’s family using TFFC treatment model which includes the philosophy of Attachment, Regulation, and Competence Model Complete biopsychosocial assessments, mental health assessments, treatment plans, trauma exposure and substance abuse screening assessments, Participate in 24 hour on-call availability on a rotating basis Participate in weekly clinical team meetings Provide record keeping and documentation for all clinical activities (case documentation) Utilization of interventions drawn from evidence-based psychotherapeutic methodology Support the youth’s adjustment to foster care Provide clinical training to foster parents as needed Coordinate treatment-based services/supports including school, County Case Workers, Probation, Court, substance abuse counseling services, and home visits, medical care, as well as other ancillary services Respond in a positive and respectful manner to diversity among the agency’s service population and staff. Attend required training Adhere to professional code of ethics (example: NASW Code of Ethics) Responsible for complying with rules and regulations governing access to Protected Health Information under HIPAA. Access to Protected Health Information is limited to the extent required to perform responsibilities effectively and efficiently. No access will be permitted unnecessarily. These essential job functions dictate the level of access, use, and disclosure of confidential information Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, and program/agency leadership Required Experience of a Licensed Foster Care Clinician: Master’s Degree in social work or related field. LCSW, LMHC, LMSW, LMFT, LCAT - Licensure required Possess the knowledge, attitude, and skills needed to appreciate and encourage diversity Adhere to agency competencies Experience using a trauma-informed treatment model Experience providing home-based services preferred Experience treating families, children, and adolescents Ability to complete clinical case documentation and treatment planning Experience completing comprehensive mental health assessments and treatment plans Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License Physical Requirements of a Licensed Foster Care Clinician: Computer work requires sitting at a desk for long periods of time Time on your feet for up to several hours a day Sit in and/or drive a vehicle for up to several hours as needed for transportation Walk up/down stairs Schedule of a Licensed Foster Care Clinician: Flexible schedule to meet program needs, including evenings and weekends as needed; regular hours 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday Participate in on-call rotation and availability to respond in person as needed Why Cayuga Centers? Certified Great Place to Work ® 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 Benefits for a Licensed Foster Care Clinician: Pay is determined by education, professional license, and years of applicable experience 120 hours Vacation 10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment Time Medical, dental, and vision insurance Pet and Legal insurance Employee Assistance Program Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, enhanced short-term disability benefits 401(k) match up to 4% Corporate Discounts Program Sick Leave Pool Identity Protection