Description
The Director of Client Services is a licensed mental health professional (LCSW, LPC, Psy.D LCP) who provides overall leadership to the Direct Services Team at the Sexual Assault Resource Agency (SARA). This includes program development, clinical supervision, and/or administrative supervision to staff advocates and therapists. Ideal individual has at least two years post-licensure experience and has training in trauma specific interventions based on the neurological impact of trauma. A background in other sexual assault agencies or training in the dynamics of sexual violence and advocacy is preferred.
Job Duties
Supervision and Leadership
Provides administrative and clinical supervision to staff therapists.
Provides supervision towards licensure to license-eligible staff or finds an appropriate supervisor in the community.
Provides weekly supervision to staff advocates
Facilitates weekly team meetings and consultation.
Supervises clinical interns.
Participates in the selection, training, and on-boarding of new direct services staff.
Organizes outside training, consultation, and support as needed for DS staff development.
Sits on SARA’s leadership team to provide direct service perspective in agency-wide processes, development, and decision making.
Direct Services Programing and Procedures
Works with Executive Director and DS staff to develop and/or evaluate Direct Services’ processes, procedures, and programs.
Develops therapeutic programming.
Develops programming/training for clinical interns.
Works with advocates to develop new programs and services specific to advocacy and outreach to underserved communities.
Clinical Caseload
Completes clinical assessments to determine appropriateness of fit for therapy services.
Maintains a 1-2 individual caseload, which may include group facilitation.
Skills Required
Education/Experience: Licensed LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Psy.D, ideally two years post-licensure and relevant working experience preferred.
A background in other sexual assault agencies or training in the dynamics of sexual violence and advocacy is preferred.
Additional Info
Employee must have access to a vehicle, possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Employee must submit to a criminal and child abuse background check at least every three years and must demonstrate proof of legal ability to work in the United States. Occasional in-state and out-of-state travel is required.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Renee Branson, Executive Director at
[email protected]