Therapist

Job Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking (CCAHT), works to unite and
equip Knoxville and upper East Tennessee to end modern-day slavery while
providing survivors of human trafficking with individualized, relational care
through our program Grow Free Tennessee. We accomplish our mission
through four main initiatives: raising overall awareness; training and
equipping primary responders; bolstering intervention efforts via our locally
focused, collaborative, counter-trafficking task force; and providing
wraparound aftercare services to survivors.
At CCAHT, we choose love first. When it comes to serving our clients, we
understand that healing takes time. Each client’s needs and journey toward
restoration will be different, which is why our aftercare programming is
survivor-centered and grounded in industry best practices and research. We
know that it takes people to serve people, and we are seeking passionate,
qualified individuals to join our team as we work to empower survivors and
foster positive change in upper East Tennessee.
POSITION
Reporting to the Director of Survivor Services, the therapist is responsible for
providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to victims of human
trafficking within the 33-county East Tennessee region. The therapist will lead
therapy groups using various trauma-informed curricula as part of Phoenix
House therapeutic transitional housing and complete Emotional & Safety
Assessments with all incoming guests of the Emergency Receiving Center.
The full-time therapist will work as a member of a team providing
comprehensive services to support restoration and recovery.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Establishes strong, ethical relationships with survivors of human
trafficking assigned to caseload
Provides a variety of effective, evidence-based and trauma-informed
therapeutic interventions according to the unique needs of the
individual being served
Works closely with Director of Survivor Services, Care Coordinators,
Housing Support Specialists, and other professionals as part of a
comprehensive support team to ensure best outcomes for individuals
being served
Meets with individuals “where they are at” to provide consistent access
to therapeutic intervention and facilitate continuity of care; this
includes conducting therapy sessions outside of the standard office
setting according to the unique service needs of the individual
Travels within assigned TASA region for provision of services across
broad demographic area
Completes assessments and progress reports for monitoring individual
progress
Provides data reports to Director of Survivor Services for grant
management and service tracking
Meets weekly to biweekly with Director of Survivor Services to discuss
any service challenges, resource needs, to communicate personal and
professional needs, and to engage in the ongoing development of the
full-time therapist position
May consult with community stakeholders to provide psychoeducation
about the unique clinical needs of survivors of human trafficking
Maintains timely data entry of service interactions using Apricot
software
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities;
reading professional publications; researching best practices;
maintaining personal and professional networks
Other job duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
The therapist will be thoroughly committed to the mission of the Grow Free
TN service model. Concrete demonstrable experience and other qualifications
include:
Master’s level degree in counseling, clinical mental health services,
social work, or similar field required
Ability to independently practice and facilitate therapeutic
interventions
A minimum of three years of experience working with survivors of
human trafficking, sexual assault, domestic violence, or other severe
traumas is preferred
Certification or willingness and eligibility to be certified in specific
therapeutic interventions such as EMDR, MI, TF-CBT, DBT preferred
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations—this may include
individuals of varying gender identities, age, geographic location,
racial/ethnic backgrounds, types of trauma and trafficking victimization
Willingness and ability to adapt therapeutic intervention technique to
available conditions
Strong ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary
team
Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Ability and willingness to work irregular hours; accessibility outside of
standard business hours
Ability to manage and/or facilitate crisis de-escalation as needed
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Persistence and flexibility, with ability to multitask and prioritize
Fast learner, quick mind, and capacity for hard work
Valid Driver’s license and access to personal transportation
Current insurance and vehicle registration
Successful completion of criminal background checks
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to communicate clearly in English both written and verbal
Good visual & audio capabilities
Sit or stand for extended periods
Bend, stoop, and/or squat
PC/Keyboarding abilities
Lift up to 40 pounds
Work extended hours as needed (>40 per week)
Job Title: Therapist
Department: Grow Free Tennessee
Reports To: Director of Survivor Services
Hours: Full-time w/ benefits (willing to work evening and weekend
hours as needed)
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to
be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform
duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
This job description is subject to review or revision on an annual review or
when a change in job duties is required.

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