Mental Health Therapist

Job Title: Mental Health Therapist - Oasis Program

Qualifications: The Oasis Therapist must have a strong interest in developing knowledge and understanding of trauma treatment models and the dynamics of sexual abuse within families, as well as a demonstrated commitment to helping clients work through traumatic experiences. Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or adults, including caregivers, in a therapy setting, school, community agency,
or nonprofit program is required. Experience in child-focused psychotherapy modalities and interventions is a plus. Ideally the therapist has experience in creative methods such as dance, drama, music, and art therapy, but an interest in learning how to engage in and work with therapeutic material through play is a must. The Oasis Therapist must be willing to learn and develop skills in crisis and
suicide intervention strategies for children. The Oasis Therapist must have strong organizational and written and verbal communication skills, along with the energy, enthusiasm, and desire to work within a community-minded nonprofit agency.

Some things you would do on a typical day:
● Have several play therapy sessions with children
● Collaborate with a client's social worker to discuss progress
● Conduct session prep and/or gather ideas for future sessions
● Confer with the Clinical Director or other Oasis therapists regarding a
challenging clinical concern
● Write progress notes and update treatment plans

Complete job description is listed here: https://canopycenter.org/how-to-help/careers.html