Psychotherapist – Community Support Program (CSP Counseling Services and DBT Services)
Barre, VT
Full Time
Washington County Mental Health
Experienced
Washington County Mental Health Services
Position: Psychotherapist – Community Support Program (CSP Counseling Services and DBT Services)Division: Community Support Program
Responsible To: Directors of Community Support Program Counseling Services and Dialectical Behavior Therapy Services
This is an excellent opportunity to build clinical skills while being supervised and supported by experienced clinicians. The position is shared, allowing the clinician to provide both community-based psychotherapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Part of the position involves joining a team that has been together for close to 35 years and in many respects has been a pioneer in the provision of recovery-oriented and strength-based psychotherapy services. This model incorporates a blend of both office and outreach-based modalities that are custom designed to effectively meet the needs of our clients and to reduce the obstacles that might interfere with the development of a therapeutic connection and relationship. The other part of the position involves providing DBT services supported by a dedicated team that includes many of the lead trainers for DBT in Vermont. DBT involves using multiple strategies to help clients reduce problematic coping within an accepting and validating therapy relationship. Washington County Mental Health Services was among the first programs in the country to implement DBT and the successful applicant will benefit from training and support to develop competence with this model. Both teams offer the advantage of a strong collaborative spirit, a dedicated and committed work ethic to provide high quality services, and a good sense of humor, while also affording the clinician a significant degree of independence and autonomy.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a mental health/behavioral health discipline.
- Licensure or license eligible as a Mental Health Professional (Licensure supervision is available as a part of this position). Minimum of two years experience providing clinical services to clients dealing with severe and persistent mental health issues.
- Experience or training in DBT preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, possess an excellent driving record, and have access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle.
Physical Requirements: The role may involve the following physical requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing during therapy sessions and administrative tasks.
- Effective verbal communication, including the ability to clearly convey information both in-person and over the phone.
- Basic manual dexterity to handle documentation and computer-related tasks.
- Mobility to move within the office environment and between different work locations.
- Services are provided in the office and via teleconference.
- This position is full-time (40 hours per week).
Knowledge and experience with, or an interest in developing and learning further skills in, Co-occurring treatment, Collaborative Network Approach (Open Dialogue) would be a plus. A good sense of humor also a valuable quality for this position. Interest in being an integral part of a team approach with an emphasis on a recovery and strength-based philosophy and practice.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Generous medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance – WCMHS covers 82.5 – 92% of premium costs.
- Matching 403(b) – match begins at 4.25% and increases based on years of service.
- Employee assistance plan.
- Generous sick and vacation accruals. Full- and part-time regular positions receive 12 days’ vacation and 12 days sick time annually - prorated based on standard hours.
- 12.5 paid holidays annually. • Mileage reimbursement for agency related travel.
- Fun and engaging environment and the ability to give back to the local community.
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