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JOIN THE LFCS TEAM!
Come join the LFCS Team and work for one of the largest and most well respected non-profit organizations in the state of Missouri!
We take pride in our 150 year history and our mission of empowering children and families to overcome challenges today so they can build a better tomorrow. If you want to spend your work life doing something meaningful and making a difference, this is the place for you!
WHY IS LFCS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?
We offer work/life balance, a friendly and energetic atmosphere, competitive salary, comprehensive medical plans, a 401(K) match, a hybrid work environment for most positions and paid holidays, vacation and personal days. We are also a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program!
LFCS is seeking compassionate professionals to provide effective counseling/therapy and life skills training to eligible children and families who seek help for mental health related concerns and resiliency and coping skills training. The position will serve children and families in St. Louis Public Elementary schools. Perks for this particular opening:
- Rewarding work support students in the formative school setting
- Diverse workload- providing both individual therapy and group psychoeducation
- Be a part of a care team within each school, partnering with the school’s social worker, teachers, and administrative staff to support the children’s social-emotional needs
- Excellent hours coinciding with school days, with some afterschool availability for parent/child sessions as needed
- Free licensure supervision in-house at LFCS if needed
- Free professional development, including in-house trainings and paid time for CEUs
- Work in a supportive multi-disciplinary behavioral health team with many opportunities for peer learning and supervisory support
Duties
Provide effective counseling/therapy and life skill education to children and families who vary in age and behavioral health concerns. Implement Botvin life Skills evidenced based curriculum. Provide case coordination, psychoeducation, advocacy and crisis intervention as needed. Maintain accurate and complete client records. Continue professional growth and participate in peer consultation. Collaborate with community networks as needed for client services and program development. Maintain the highest levels of standards of ethics and confidentiality. May also provide classroom-based prevention psychoeducation programming at partner school sites when requested.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master's degree in a mental health related field.
Provisional Therapist – Must either:
1) Have an MSW and pass the LMSW exam and obtain board approval for LMSW license within 90 days of employment OR
2) Be provisionally licensed and obtaining supervision toward licensure as a professional counselor, clinical social worker or marriage and Family therapist in the State of Missouri.
Licensed Therapist - Must be professionally licensed in the state of Missouri as a professional counselor, clinical social worker or marriage and family therapist. (LPC, LCSW or LMFT)2 years of social services experience.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of counseling theories and practices, therapeutic models and interventions for use with children and youth. Knowledge of mental health assessment and treatment planning. Knowledge of ethical standards and legal regulations. Knowledge of community resources. Effective professional therapeutic skills. Crisis intervention skills. Ability to function as an effective team member. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain accurate and complete client records. Computer skills and time management skills.
Please apply at: https://lfcsmo.org/
We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
