PMTO Therapist

Purpose of the Job: The therapist works to accomplish the mission of the Parent Management Training Oregon (PMTO) program by providing the assessment, therapy, resources, and interventions necessary to create a strong family environment that will provide for the needs of the child and family served. Minimum Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Addictions Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Counseling from an accredited college or university Licensed to practice in the State of Kansas Minimum Experience & Requirements: Must have experience in family-based services either through educational or work experience Must be 21 years of age Must pass drug screen, MVR, KBI, Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry Clearance check and Adult Registry check FBI Fingerprint Lifting requirements of 50 lbs. Must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation Essential Functions: Enrolls in PMTO training at time of hire. Completes all requirements to be certified in PMTO Conducts initial and ongoing assessments to incorporate into individualized treatment plans Includes family in individualized treatment plans that are periodically updated to reflect the goals of the family and child Provides PMTO family treatment, adhering to and ensuring fidelity to the PMTO model Assigned a caseload of 4-5 families, a minimum of 2 weekly sessions plus 1 coaching call Provide thorough documentation of all sessions and contacts with individuals, families, and collaterals in electronic health record. Complete and maintain all program fidelity documents in a timely manner Provides consultation to further permanency goals with children and families. Provides intervention and support for clients in crisis situations. Ability to work with the court system and follow court protocols including appropriate business attire, completes reports for court, participates in court proceedings when subpoenaed, including testifying. Assesses ongoing treatment and case plan goals and prepare to offer recommendations for reunification, termination of parental rights or other permanency options. Prepared to make recommendations for services needed for the child and family, including mental health and drug and alcohol services, respite care and supervised or unsupervised visitations/interactions. Responsible for creating maximum billable Medicaid hours and submitting necessary paperwork for Medicaid billing or maximum grant hours. Assists in monitoring the overall client satisfaction of the program. Meets with Supervisor regularly to review assigned cases and submits reports as required. Participate in team meetings and group supervision as scheduled. Participate in evidence-based model trainings and attain certifications as required. Reports critical incidents to DCF verbally within 12 hours, written within 24 hours. Implements Saint Francis Ministries policies and follows directives as required. Follows and adheres to all pertinent Saint Francis Ministries Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), rules, personnel policies, and procedures; related accreditation and licensure standards; and federal, state and local rules, statutes, regulations, and contractual terms. Is knowledgeable of and follows all safety procedures. Reports unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical and safety channels. Ensures clients’ rights are protected.