Trauma-Based Therapist
Paving the Way Multi-Service Institute
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: District of Columbia • United States
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Salary
💰 $65,000 - $69,000 per year
About the role
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy using trauma-informed approaches.
- Conduct diagnostic assessments and trauma screenings.
- Administer tools such as DLA-20, CAFAS, and ASQ Suicide Screens.
- Develop treatment plans and complete clinical documentation.
- Maintain a clinical caseload and deliver billable services.
- Respond to crisis situations and provide appropriate intervention.
- Collaborate with psychiatry, care coordination, and community partners.
- Facilitate trauma-informed interventions such as mindfulness, meditation, art-based therapy, or other holistic approaches.
- Lead therapeutic groups supporting trauma recovery.
- Participate in community outreach and trauma-informed education activities.
- Support program initiatives that promote trauma-informed care.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
- Must hold or be eligible for: LGSW, LGPC, Equivalent provisional licensure in Washington, DC.
- Early-career clinicians are encouraged to apply. Internship experience may be considered.
- Experience working with trauma or community mental health populations is preferred.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and behavioral health practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with diverse populations.
- Strong clinical documentation and time management skills.
- Ability to integrate traditional and holistic therapeutic approaches.
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
trauma-informed approachesdiagnostic assessmentstrauma screeningstreatment plansclinical documentationcrisis interventionmindfulnessmeditationart-based therapyholistic approaches
Soft Skills
communication skillsinterpersonal skillstime managementability to work with diverse populations
Certifications
Master’s Degree in Social WorkMaster’s Degree in CounselingMaster’s Degree in PsychologyLGSWLGPC