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Educational Development Center

Individual/Group Therapist at Educational Development Center

Educational Development Center Richmond, VA

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking a Licensed or license eligible  Individual/Group Therapist to join our team! You must have a Master's Degree in Counseling or related field and clinical experience is recommended. You will provide recovery-oriented rehabilitation services in group or individual settings, in a private day Special Education school. As well as respond to students in crisis, providing interventions, Threat Assessements, and focusing on the individual goals of each student. Experience with parent communications and the linking of services is required.Responsibilities:Establish open lines of communication for individuals with mental or emotional issuesOffer assistance to individuals with multiple issuesProvide prevention-oriented therapyImplement and review treatment plansCollaborate with additional treatment providers and placement agenciesEnsure all documentation is completed in a timely mannerQualifications:Previous experience in mental health counseling or other related fieldsLPC or LCSWThreat Assessment experienceFamiliarity with community mental health resourcesExcellent written and verbal communications skillsAbility to build rapport with clientsStrong leadership qualitiesCompany DescriptionOur Mission, Vision, and Values (Equal Opportunity Employer)Mission: The mission of the Educational Development Center's therapeutic programming is to provide a therapeutic, intensive academic and behavioral program to students who have been identified as emotionally disabled, learning disabled, intellectually disabled, autism, multi-disabled and those with other health impairments. Towards that end, EDC facilitates a behavior management programs that provides consistent structure to the classroom and allows for individualized academic instruction. Vision :Our vision is to provide an accepting, safe and inclusive educational community that provides our students with a foundation for success and survival in every aspect of a young person’s life. “We think Differently”. EDC aims to provide educational alternative, intensive academic and behavioral support to the individual goals of each student, by incorporating project based and hands-on- learning with innovation and social emotional learning, to meet each child’s needs and goals. Values :The values of the Educational Development Center revolve around the motto, “We Think Differently”. We understand that our students learn differently, and require different strategies to reach and teach them. Therefore, all instruction, strategies, behavioral approaches, and supports are channeled through the concept of “thinking outside of the box”. Due to our small nature, we are able to be creative, innovative, and flexible in our methodology to learning and behavioral management. Staff are encouraged to demonstrate creativity and autonomy within their classroom environment to best support student’s needs.Company DescriptionOur Mission, Vision, and Values (Equal Opportunity Employer)\rMission: The mission of the Educational Development Center's therapeutic programming is to provide a therapeutic, intensive academic and behavioral program to students who have been identified as emotionally disabled, learning disabled, intellectually disabled, autism, multi-disabled and those with other health impairments. Towards that end, EDC facilitates a behavior management programs that provides consistent structure to the classroom and allows for individualized academic instruction. \rVision :Our vision is to provide an accepting, safe and inclusive educational community that provides our students with a foundation for success and survival in every aspect of a young person’s life. “We think Differently”. EDC aims to provide educational alternative, intensive academic and behavioral support to the individual goals of each student, by incorporating project based and hands-on- learning with innovation and social emotional learning, to meet each child’s needs and goals. \rValues :The values of the Educational Development Center revolve around the motto, “We Think Differently”. We understand that our students learn differently, and require different strategies to reach and teach them. Therefore, all instruction, strategies, behavioral approaches, and supports are channeled through the concept of “thinking outside of the box”. Due to our small nature, we are able to be creative, innovative, and flexible in our methodology to learning and behavioral management. Staff are encouraged to demonstrate creativity and autonomy within their classroom environment to best support student’s needs.

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