Senior School Therapist

Job description

Nexus-Woodbourne is seeking a Senior School Therapist that will provide Trauma Informed therapeutic services to youth, ages 12-18, including individual and group therapy, to address various behavioral and mental health issues. The therapist will collaborate with educators, parents, and other mental health professionals to create a supportive environment conducive to student success.

Position Summary: To provide and document therapeutic services to students according to the goals and objectives identified in each student’s Individualized Education Plan. Review and sign-off on documentation of therapeutic services provided.

The Senior School Therapist is required to work ON-SITE. This is NOT a HYBRID or REMOTE role.

Provide therapeutic services according to the goals and objectives identified in each student’s Individualized Education Plan.

Render individual, group, and other services as identified based on the minimum weekly amount required by the IEP.
Plan and conduct group sessions with students to meet IEP goals.
Review and sign-off on documentation of school therapeutic services to ensure quality of services provided.

Assist the Special Education Coordinator with evaluation of services provided.
Provide feedback to School Therapists regarding documentation of services.
Assist in the development of the therapeutic program based on student trends and outcomes information.

Develop strategies to engage students.
Assist in the evaluation of innovative trends and develop appropriate uses within Nexus.
Educate School staff and treatment team members in the understanding of the student’s educational needs.
Regularly assess the student’s educational progress with the student, the student’s family and LEA, and the clinical treatment team.
Actively participate in IEP meetings and case conferences as needed.
Be available on-call for consultation/treatment direction and/or decisions when appropriate.
Communicate with legal systems, schools and social service agencies and provide court testimony when necessary.

Ensure compliance with governing agency and Nexus reporting requirements.

Complete and compile documentation required by Nexus and governing agencies.
Maintain the educational record according to agency policy.
Produce informal and formal reports for parents, social workers, courts, etc.
Review documentation from group living and classroom.
Participate in follow-up data.
Prepare and maintain records and reports for programs and services as required.

Maintain accurate database and files of former and current students in special education in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Follow procedures for safe storing and integrity of all confidential student records, ensuring that student record keeping procedures comply with state and federal law.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions as required by assigned Agency. Attend relevant conferences for continued education. Understand and support the Nexus philosophy and treatment modalities.

Ensure confidentiality regarding students in compliance with all licensing and accreditation agencies, company policy, and HIPAA guidelines.

Assist with other job-related duties, as assigned.

Required Education and Licensure:

Master’s degree in social work, psychology or clinically related field and a certified license to provide unsupervised therapy or counseling as required per State requirements.
Maryland-LCSW-C or LCPC or equivalent state designation for a master's level clinically related field are required.
Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements.

• Tuition assistance and training opportunities
• Company sponsored Clinical license renewal expense
• Company sponsored continuing education training