Clinician
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
Location
St. Louis, Missouri
Quick overview
The Clinician is responsible for implementing and facilitating the clinical components of the YAP St. Louis program, which includes leading up to two group psychotherapy sessions weekly using the SPARCS curriculum. They may also provide individual and family psychotherapy as needed, ensuring all services comply with regulations and fidelity to the SPARCS model.
Requirements summary
A Master's degree in a Human Services field is required, and valid licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Independent-Level Social Worker is preferred, though temporary licensure is acceptable with supervision. Candidates must have experience working with at-risk youth and families, group facilitation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Job description
Status
- Part
- Time
- Hourly
- FLSA
- Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position
The St. Louis Program in partnership with the Office of Violence Prevention has a Clinician position available is responsible for implementing and facilitating the clinical components. Join a mission-driven team working to support youth and families impacted by chronic stress and community violence. As Clinician you will play a key role in delivering trauma-informed, strengths-based services that help young people build resilience and reclaim hope.
Duties and Responsibilities
- include but not limited to:
- Facilitate up to two weekly group psychotherapy sessions using the Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress (SPARCS) model.
- Provide individual and family psychotherapy to program participants on an as‑needed basis.
- Deliver all services with fidelity to the SPARCS curriculum and in alignment with YAP policies, as well as state and federal regulations.
- Collaborate closely with the Office of Violence Prevention and the YAP team to ensure coordinated, high‑quality care.
Hourly Rate: $70
Qualifications/Requirements
- Master's degree in a Human Services field required.
- Valid licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Martial and Family Therapist, or Independent-Level Social Worker preferred.
- Licensure as a Temporary Mental Health Counselor, Temporary Martial and Family Therapist, or Master's-Level Social Worker is acceptable with proof of a supervision contract with an approved independent-level supervisor
- Applicable licensure must be in good standing with licensure board.
- Experience working with at-risk youth and families
- Experience facilitating groups
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system databases are a plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage
- Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus.
Benefits
- Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Employee Assistance Program EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- Direct Deposit
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Supplemental Benefits
- Voluntary Vision
- Direct Deposit
- Voluntary Dental