Therapist (LCSW)

Job Title: Therapist (LCSW) Who We are: At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive.

Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community.

It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow.

Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it.

Position Summary: The Therapist provides structured, goal-oriented, time-limited therapy primarily in the natural environment of families who need assistance recovering from physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, neglect, or other issues.

Essential Functions: The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice.

Crisis Intervention & Therapeutic Services Provide 24-hour crisis intake, intervention, and consultation services seven days a week.Engage families in the therapeutic process and provide counseling, support, and skill-building interventions.Assess and address immediate crises while teaching skills that promote family stability, safety, and the ability to remain together.Complete ongoing risk assessments and monitor family and parental progress.Participate in crisis phone rotation and follow established policies and procedures for crisis response.Accept new cases upon supervisor request and initiate contact and services within established timelines.

Assessment, Treatment Planning & Case Management Develop short- and long-term family goals with measurable outcomes.Complete comprehensive assessments and gather relevant information, including employment, medical records, school reports, and other collateral information.Select, administer, and interpret appropriate assessments, including psychological tests, personality inventories, and intelligence assessments, to evaluate client needs and inform treatment.Develop and maintain treatment plans, case notes, assessments, and progress reports in accordance with agency standards.Review client progress and adjust services based on ongoing assessment and identified needs.

Family Support & Community-Based Services Provide services in client homes and community locations.Schedule sessions at times and locations that are convenient and responsive to client needs, including evenings and weekends.Refer clients to supportive services and community resources to supplement treatment and counseling.Attend Family Team Meetings, court proceedings, and provide testimony as requested.

Collaboration & Professional Communication Collaborate with referral sources, internal programs, and community partners to coordinate comprehensive services.Maintain effective communication with stakeholders involved in client ca...