Paving the Way Multi-Service Institute
Location
District of Columbia
Salary
$65,000 - $69,000 / YEAR
The Trauma-Based Therapist will provide individual and group therapy to victims of crime, delivering evidence-based psychotherapy integrated with trauma-informed holistic approaches to promote healing and recovery. Key duties include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, maintaining clinical documentation, and collaborating with internal and external providers to support positive mental health outcomes.
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field, along with holding or being eligible for provisional licensure in Washington, DC (LGSW or LGPC). Early-career clinicians are encouraged, and experience working with trauma or community mental health populations is preferred.
About PTWMSI Paving the Way Multi-Service Institute (PTWMSI) is a growing behavioral health organization providing trauma-informed mental health services across Washington, DC. Our Victims of Crime program supports individuals impacted by violence and trauma through therapeutic services that promote healing, resilience, and recovery.
Position Overview The Trauma-Based Therapist provides individual and group therapy to primary and secondary victims of crime. This role delivers evidence-based psychotherapy while also incorporating trauma-informed holistic approaches that support recovery and emotional regulation.
The therapist will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, maintain clinical documentation, and collaborate with internal and external providers to support positive mental health outcomes for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Education Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
Experience Early-career clinicians are encouraged to apply. Internship experience may be considered. Experience working with trauma or community mental health populations is preferred.
If you are passionate about trauma-informed care and making a meaningful impact in the community, we encourage you to apply and join the PTWMSI team.
Flexible work from home options available.
$65,000.00 - $69,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Mental health affects how we think, feel and act. Paving the Way MSI's mental health programs will identify positive strategies to aid in your ability to handle life stresses, relate to others, and make positive choices. Licensed clinicians will work in collaboration with clients to meet life’s obligations and challenges by developing coping strategies and plans that are realistic and practical within the client’s lifestyle. We believe everyone needs support and PTWMSI will provide the counseling and resources needed to get you on track with positive choices.