Job Description

AGENCY SUMMARY:
Bellefaire JCB is among the nation’s largest, most experienced child service agencies providing a variety of mental health, substance abuse, education, and prevention services. Bellefaire JCB helps more than 43,000 youth and their families yearly achieve resiliency, dignity and self-sufficiency through its more than 25 programs.

POSITION SUMMARY:  
The CAGS Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist is a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team and is responsible for the development, implementation and management of curriculum and treatment of youth referred to Child and Adolescent Group Services (CAGS).

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

1. Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to:
   1. Develop and update treatment plans for all clients in collaboration with licensed staff.
   2. Document results of treatment plan reviews for all clients on a semi-annual basis, at the request of parent, or when clinically indicated.
   3. Responsible for daily/progress notes for therapeutic service hours delivered, as shared with other facilitators within the groups.
   4. Responsible for weekly summaries of assigned youth within CAGS.
   5. Complete appropriate summary report when a client ends participation in CAGS (discharge, transfer or closing summary) in collaboration with licensed staff.
   6. Report all incidents and documents the same day to the CAGS Clinical Supervisor.
2. The administration of appropriate therapeutic groups to youth within various clinical topics as directed via curriculum based on individual client treatment needs.
3. Provides required amount of delivery hours per week for this position.
4. Responsible for group/team leading and co-planning of therapeutic groups and individual clients involved in CAGS.
5. Supervises client activities and is accountable for whereabouts and safety of clients during CAGS time.
6. Protect clients from physical and emotional harm toward themselves, others, or the environment including use of the Therapeutic Crisis Model of Intervention, utilizing physical restraints if necessary for safety.
7. Assist in crisis intervention, problem resolution and process discussions with clients on an assigned and an as needed basis.
8. Responsible for the co-planning and curriculum writing of groups being lead.  These curriculums are to be completed and approved by the CAGS Clinical Supervisor prior to all group sessions and are due prior to the commencement of any new therapeutic group.
9. Curriculums must be based upon individual client treatment goals and supported by treatment team plans.
10. Responsible for following the planned curriculum and documenting when there are changes from the clinical planning for clients.
11. Participate cooperatively and flexibly in daily client transportation to and from the CAGS.
12. Attendance to staffing meetings, as necessary for youth and family.
13. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through the timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.

OTHER DUTIES:

1. Stays current with all training requirements.
2. Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training.
3. All required trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
4. Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client’s treatment.  All client-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
5. Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
6. Be a flexible team player on the treatment team to ensure appropriate and effective service delivery.
7. Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
• Skills/Competencies :    
  • Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
  • Core Expertise : Possesses skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
  • Cultural Competency : Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
  • Interpersonal Communication : Communicates clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
  • Professional & Ethical Conduct : Adheres to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork : Functions effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
  • Problem-Solving & Decision-Making : Recognizes problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changes in routine and group assignments as needed by Clinical Supervisors or Directors
• Experience working with children, adolescents and their families.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency’s insurance company.
• Must be approved by Bellefaire to transport clients in agency and/or own vehicle.

BENEFITS SUMMARY: 
At Bellefaire, we prioritize our employees and their wellbeing. We provide competitive benefit options to our employees and their families, including domestic partners and pets. 

Our offerings include:

• Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a zero-cost option.
• Wellness program including free preventative care
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MNO and MSW programs
• Defined benefit pension plan
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Pet insurance
• Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support for continuing education and credential renewal
• Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
• Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care

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Bellefaire JCB is an equal opportunity employer, and hires its employees without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Bellefaire JCB is a partner agency of the Wingspan Care Group, a non-profit administrative service organization providing a united, community-based network of services so member agencies can focus on mission-related goals and operate in a more cost-effective and efficient manner.

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Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours,

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