Therapeutic Support Staff

Therapeutic Support Staff at the Italian Home for Children are passionate about the wellbeing of youth ages 5-14 who are in crisis and wants to make a difference in the lives of youth across a variety of programs. The youth served are experiencing mental health and behavioral challenges, some of which may require a break from their education for about 1-4 weeks while they receive daily treatment and care in order to stabilize and return to their home and school. These team members are a vital part of the treatment team and an important voice in the care of the youth served. This position requires skill in building rapport with youth, engaging youth in therapeutic activities and groups, communicating observations to the clinical team, deescalating youth in crisis, and collaborating with others. With training, Therapeutic Support Staff develop the skills and tools necessary to provide youth with the best possible care. There are full- and part-time positions available; we are not currently hiring staff on a per diem basis.

At the Italian Home for Children, all care is trauma-informed and evidence-based treatment is essential. All treatment approaches are person-centered, individualized, safe, and respectful. Support, hope, and recovery are emphasized in all treatment approaches. Our approach offers clients the opportunity to learn new life skills and to replace maladaptive behaviors with more appropriate and socially acceptable strategies.

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