Youth and Adult Trauma Therapist
LAWS is seeking to hire a Youth and Adult Trauma Therapist. Do you have a passion for helping others in stressful situations? Would you like a human services job where you are guided by empathy to make a difference in others' lives? Do you want to join a nonprofit that is committed to a diverse workplace and to supporting its staff with ongoing career development opportunities? If so, please read on!
ABOUT LAWS
Founded in 1984, LAWS is Loudoun County's designated nonprofit to provide domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse survivors with services and supports. In addition to operating an emergency shelter and a 24/7 survivor hotline, LAWS also supports adult, youth, and child victims through therapy, legal services, support groups, advocacy, and community outreach. LAWS also operates The Resourceful Woman, a thrift store benefiting LAWS services, and it runs the Loudoun Child Advocacy Center. The Center is a public/private partnership among Loudoun County agencies and organizations dedicated to child victims of abuse and/or neglect.
LAWS seeks to empower victims of domestic and sexual violence so that they may live lives free from fear, anxiety, and danger. All services are confidential and free of charge.
LAWS was awarded "Nonprofit of the Year" by the Loudoun Times-Mirror.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A Youth and Adult Trauma Therapist
A LAWS Youth and Adult Trauma Therapist provides programming and therapy to meet the specific needs of youth and adults who have been exposed to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and child abuse. The Trauma Therapist provides trauma-focused, evidence-based individual and group therapy to youth and adult survivors to reduce trauma symptoms and build resiliency. In addition, provides therapeutic services, conducts evaluations, administers, and interprets assessment instruments, develops treatment plans, completes documentation, remains current on trauma treatment practices, and contributes and participates as a member of the LAWS direct services team. As part of the LAWS therapy team this position is commitment to the philosophy, mission and programs of LAWS, which includes a commitment to survivor's and children's issues, sharing a belief in helping to create a society free from violence, and in working in a cooperative environment.
The work of a LAWS Youth and Adult Trauma Therapist is
well-respected, rewarding, and important!
COMPETENCIES
- Effective Communication: Possess excellent interpersonal, non-verbal, verbal, and written communication.
- Team player: Ability to create a culture of diversity, inclusivity, belonging, collaboration, and teamwork.
- Positivity: Ability to work with a positive attitude and approach to high-trauma work.
- Ability to set boundaries: Ability to deal with emotional situations and difficult circumstances, this person must set boundaries to avoid becoming personally involved with those they are helping.
- Multitask/Organization: Possess and demonstrate effective time management and organizational skills.
- Analytical thinking: Strong analytic and strategic thinking required goals and to problem solve crises, meet goals and evaluate effectiveness of programs and outcomes.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Master's Degree
- License preferred
- Two years' experience counseling victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Bilingual in Spanish or other language is preferred.
WORK SCHEDULE
Our rewarding full-time position typically works 9 am - 5 pm in Leesburg, VA. Evenings and weekends may be required.
The Youth and Adult Trauma Therapist salary range is $52,500 - $80,000 annualized and this position is eligible for a generous benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, life insurance, and disability coverage. In addition, we recognize the need for rest, relaxation and personal pursuits and therefore offer generous paid vacation time and a liberal holiday schedule.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We understand your time is valuable, so we have a quick and easy application process. If you are an empathetic person with a deep passion for helping others, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to your application! (A cover letter is much appreciated.)
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.