Substance Use & Trauma Therapist - Domestic Violence Shelter (Assessment & Coordination Therapist II) Job at Rose Brooks Center, Kansas City, MO

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  • Rose Brooks Center
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Rose Brooks Center, a nonprofit domestic violence agency, is currently seeking a full-time Assessment & Coordination Therapist II. This position is responsible for conducting domestic violence assessments and providing therapeutic services to residential shelter clients.

The role includes delivering individualized support planning and safety planning for shelter residents, engaging clients in available therapeutic services, and providing crisis intervention as needed. The clinician will also assist residents in connecting with internal and external resources to reduce vulnerability to ongoing crises related to mental health, trauma, and substance use.

In collaboration with the Supported Recovery Program Manager, this position assesses substance use concerns among shelter residents and provides supportive interventions, clinical assessments, therapeutic groups, and services aligned with varying levels of care. Responsibilities also include conducting individual assessments, providing individual and group therapy for residents seeking services, and offering advocacy and support planning for survivors in residential care.

As needed, this role provides consultation and collaborative support to a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of trauma-informed, strengths-based interventions for survivors in crisis. This position reports directly to the Supported Recovery Program Manager. For more information about Rose Brooks Center, visit www.rosebrooks.org.  

Other aspects of the position:

  • Assess mental health/substance abuse issues for clients and access additional supportive services as required.
  • Communicate clinical information to the team, including recommendations for individual treatment needs and assistance in implementing overall care plans.
  • Perform all job responsibilities in accordance with agency policies and procedures, demonstrating proficiency in all RBC competencies and utilizing principles of trauma-informed care and accessibility.
  • Attend scheduled staff, team and supervision meetings; participate in all required trainings.
 
Qualifications:
Required:
  • Experience providing therapy/counseling sessions, preferably in a domestic violence agency/residential setting and/or commensurate experience.
  • Experience in substance abuse treatment/services.
  • Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or social work.
  • Clinical licensure or approved license eligible (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT; Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC).
  • Thorough knowledge of best practices and domestic violence dynamics.
  • Provide proper information, resources, and guidance to staff.
  • Able to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize; able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, database systems and other software.
  • Able to have some exposure to animals (primarily dogs and cats).
  • Able to have exposure to contagions that may be associated with working in an office environment and/or shelter environment.
  • Valid driver’s license and proof of liability insurance.
Preferred:
  • Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
Hours:  Full-time, exempt position. This position requires a flexible work schedule (average of 40 hours per week), primarily Monday through Friday days and two evenings per week to accommodate participant’s schedules and participates in on call rotation as assigned, approximately one week/weekend every ten weeks.

Compensation and Benefits: This position falls into a range starting at $55,000 annually (exempt) and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

To Apply: Visit https://rosebrooks.org/career/

Candidates must consent to a background and Division of Family Services (Central Registry/Child Abuse) screenings

Rose Brooks Center is an equal opportunity employer

Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $50,000 - 74,999

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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