Description/Job Summary

Are you looking for a rewarding career helping others improve their quality of life? PIER, a program of Resources for Human Development is hiring for a Therapist!

The therapist assists to provide oversight and direction for the implementation of clinical initiatives, clinical practices, daily intervention strategies and systems related to program design, service delivery and clinical standards according to PA 5310 regulations and best practice.

What RHD Offers You!

• Sign-on bonus of $2,000 retention bonus, after sucessfully completing 90 days of employment
• Salary increase after sucessfully earn license
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick and paid holidays
• Commitment to maintaining a values-based and trauma-informed environment for all
• Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, eye, and dental for qualifying staff, plus company paid life insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Free Employee Assistant Program
• Free on-the-job training
• Free Virtual Fitness Classes
• Student loan forgiveness program
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!

What You'll Love About RHD:

• Commitment to Values: We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of all our partners and those we serve.
• Dedication to Wellness: We value and prioritize our employees' mental, physical, and emotional health by providing free, online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions, and webinars on various health-related topics.
• Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that supports furthering education and the development of leadership skills.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Assess current clinical programming and practices in the RHD PIER LTSR program
• Provide ongoing trainings regarding the positive impact of clinical work on the individuals' functional potential
• Ensure that clinical and evidence based practices are incorporated into the development and expansion of services throughout the RHD PIER LTSR program
• Identify and implement clinical initiatives consistent with best and evidence based practice standards of work with the MH/BH population i.e., Trauma Informed Care, Person-Centered Planning, Applied Behavioral Analysis
• Provide ongoing education opportunities to enhance the competencies of all staff in the provision of services that support best and evidence based practices
• Collaborate regularly with Program Directors, Operations Director and leadership teams to provide clinically appropriate services to the individuals served
• Formalize models tailored to specific needs for the LTSR population and/or individual and support the programs in maintaining fidelity to the model established
• Assist with the assessment of individuals considering RHD as a provider, the development and implementation of services to meet the identified needs of the individuals
• Provide ongoing assessment of an individual's program implementation, modify services as indicated, and train staff in the modifications
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings with the program, region and community entities
• Provide clinical services 1:1 and/or group milieu to identified individuals
• Maintain a minimum of 24 hours of in-service training per calendar year
• Represent RHD in a professional manner and model leadership and professional boundaries at all times
• A commitment to RHD values must be demonstrated as job responsibilities are performed.
• Complete other duties as requested or assigned

Required Experience

• Three years' experience working with individuals with Emotional, Behavioral or developmental disabilities

Required Education

• Master's Degree in social work, counselling, psychology, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, or expressive arts therapy.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in social work, counselling, psychology, expressive arts therapy or human services required, Licesnure prefered.
• Three years' experience working with individuals with Emotional, Behavioral or developmental disabilities
• Experience working with the MH/BH population preferred
• Experience in activities therapy preferred
• Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis preferred
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Valid Driver's License required
• Abilityto utilize and navigate Microsoft programs and applications

Program Summary

Resources for Human Development, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran or disability status.