Fresh Start Therapeutic Services (FSTS) is seeking full-time Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP) Counselors. The PRP Counselor will be responsible for providing on and off-site (in-home/community) psychiatric rehabilitation services to youth and adults with chronic mental illness. The PRP Counselor focuses on services that promote independence in activities of daily living, community living skills, and maintenance of health. This position requires driving. A valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance are all required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including day, evening, and some weekend hours.
Duties:
- Provide on and off-site psychiatric rehabilitation services addressing individual client needs targeted to specific diagnostically related behaviors which interfere with independent activities of daily living, community living skills and client ability to maintain health
- Participate in regularly scheduled individual and group supervision
- Support Individual Care Plan goals and objectives developed by the client’s licensed provider and the development of individual rehabilitation goals and objectives for each client.
- Maintain client progress notes and Treatment Plan in Electronic Health Record, indicating progress toward goals.
- Maintain informational notes related to client’s PRP services.
- Attend and participate in required in-service and other training programs.
- Assist with linking clients to all community services for which they may be eligible.
- Provide crisis intervention and conflict de-escalation as needed.
- Utilize appropriate interventions to assist clients with reaching client’s identified goals.
Qualifications:
- Must have a high school diploma. Associates degree or higher is preferred.
- Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and background check.
- Familiarity with and/or sensitivity to chronic mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and clients from culturally diverse backgrounds (including religious, ethical, cultural and social values).
- At least two years of experience providing PRP or Case Management services preferred but will provide training and educational opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
In 2013, a dream was born.
Over the years that dream has been nurtured and so much work has been done.
David and Tekora Nichols talked about Fresh Start Therapeutic Services(FSTS) back in 2013 as a way to give back to the community. The dream included pouring into the next generation, restoring families, and strengthening communities through mentorship. We envisioned a life of growth and abundance for each client we serve, as we taught, counseled, and linked each client with an array of persons and services that will help them shed old habits, heal from traumas, and move forward towards independence and lasting change- a Fresh Start!
Since 2013, David has worked as a PRP Counselor and Supervisor at a few organizations in Baltimore City. He’s helped his clients with everything from housing, food, and securing entitlements to losing loved ones to acts of violence, run away youth, and domestic violence. David remains the first call for many of his former families, long after they’ve discharged from the programs where he works. He is passionate about the youth, but has a knack for connecting with people young and old.
Tekora is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience providing individual, group, couples, and family therapy. She has been an advocate for foster youth, victims of domestic violence, and sexual abuse. Tekora successfully managed a prestigious Intensive Outpatient Program for adults who struggle with substance abuse. Tekora is passionate about counseling/therapy and helping her clients find their voice. She has an ability to meet clients where they are and encourage and empower them to desire change.
Together, David and Tekora created Fresh Start Therapeutic Services as a safe place for individuals and families to start anew.
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