Tender Touch Counseling Services

May is Mental Awareness Month 💚💚. TTCS is standing TOGEHTER with NAMI in support of individuals who is has a Mental illness. Our goal, is to advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves and help advocate for better Mental health care. SWIPE LEFT TO READ MORE ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH

Celebrate Women's History Month in March. ♀️♀️♀️ As, Brene Brown said,“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it.” So for the month of March remember those women who aimed to make a difference and make HERstory.

It’s tough when you feel like something’s wrong and there is someone in your life who refuses to believe you. It’s hard to build a bridge and cross it when someone can't even say the word "depression, "anxiety", or an other mental disorder. This has been the reality for so many of us over the years.

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When it feels like you ALWAYS have bad days, sometimes all you need is professional help. 💙❤💚
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Happy New Year! 🎉🎊 We hope that you have enjoyed your time with your family and friends. As 2022 begins, we hope that you set new goals, good habits and focus on your self care this year! Here's to the best years ahead! 💚❤💙

Merry Christmas 🎄🎅🎁 from Tender Touch Counseling Services! Wishing your day is merry and bright, and you and your family have a great Christmas.

We cannot let the day end without wishing all of our clients, staff, family and friends a very Happy Thanksgiving🦃!! Remember to always be thankful and show gratitude! 💚❤💙

You can choose how you decide to look at the world. Situations and events happens that you have no control over,; but your own mindset predicts the outcome of your day. Choose peace and not struggle.

"Do you want a fast paced job working with a close and collaborative team? We have the job for you! You will work 5-8 hours per day, Monday through Friday. If you prefer part time, that works too! If you want extra hours, we are open two Saturdays a month as well. Our client population consists of adults with SMI. They receive individual and group therapy at our center on a daily basis. We embrace a good sense of humor, flexibility, and the ability to see the positive. If that's you, apply online at: www.tendertouchcounseling.com.

Job Duties:
(1) Assist in the assessment, planning, arranging, and implementing of psychosocial programs.
(2) Responsible for the content of education and counseling programs for both individual
patients or groups of patients and serves as liaison to community, individuals and groups as
appropriate.
(3) Counsel patients and interpret to professional and lay groups the special psychosocial needs
of patients by identifying psychosocial disorders.
(4) Review and evaluate recent psychosocial health research and interpret it to professionals and patients.
(5) Perform short term counseling and crisis intervention as necessary.
(6) Assist in the implementation of community and social programs as a professional counselor
(7)Prepare psychosocial educational materials as needed or required.
(8)Coordinate with clinical, health education, community health and other staff members in the provision of services to patients. Provide referrals for services needed.
(9)Coordinate with other organizational entities involved in psychosocial and mental health
services.
(10)Use tests, measurements, and measurement scale for general and specific assessments as
well as objective patient criteria in the provision of services and evaluation procedures.
(11) Can provide in-service presentations to staff as needed or required.
(12)Conduct health related educational presentations to both adults and teens in school and clinical settings.
(17)Assume other responsibilities as directed.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

(1) Bachelor of Science or Arts in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or an acceptable
related field required, with Master’s degree required.
(2) LCSW
(3) Must be a self-starter and is capable to remain calm under pressure in certain cases.
(4) Requires someone familiar with and sensitive to severe and persistent mental illness, and outpatient setting
(5) Familiarity with multicultural groups, previous work experience in a multicultural setting and
willingness to enroll language and multicultural coursework to supplement training if necessary.

($40 per hour), Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, 401k,

Provides transportation services by driving the program vans to and from the program to pick up and drop off patients at the program on a daily basis. If scheduled to stay between driving shifts, the employee serves in a support role as needed and requested for the patients in attendance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides safe transportation for patients to and from the facility site.
Maintains interior and exterior cleanliness of vans as required.
Observes and monitors patient’s progress and reports observations to appropriate staff.
Display genuine care for clients and engage with clients in order to promote a therapeutic environment.
Assists with meal provision of the patients.
Maintains strict, professional relationship with all patients
Maintains and always ensures patient confidentiality.
Performs all other light office duties and responsibilities as assigned.

NOTE: The program is located in McDonough. Van pickup assignments may be in McDonough. You may be required to begin and end your shift where the van is picked up.
Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

Knowledge and recognition of quality patient care, including strict confidentiality.
Knowledge and awareness of the established program and personnel policies.
Keen awareness of regulatory requirements for transportation and driving, including all state and federal regulations.
Maintains a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with patients and staff.
Must possess the ability to empathize with others and remain calm and deal when dealing with crisis situations.

Regulatory Requirements:

Commercial drivers’ license preferred.
Valid Class driver’s license with a clean driving record. At least 5 years driving experience
Must have minimum 2-year experience driving a commercial van.
Clean drug test and annual follow up.
Prefer one year of experience assisting in the care of mental health patients in an acute or ambulatory setting

Skills:

Strong road knowledge of Atlanta.
Ability to work productively and effectively
Good driving skills and record.
Reliable and great communication skills
A genuine care for clients with mental illness.
Again, solid driving knowledge of the city of Atlanta.

We are hiring for Licensed Clinical Social Workers apply today...click the link in our bio. 💚❤💙

He/she shall have primary responsibility for coordinating all psychosocial community services under the general direction of the Clinical Psychologist/Psychiatrist director. Responsible for providing community educational programs, assessing problems and determining appropriate types and methods of treatment, and implementing intervention methodologies; acts as program consultant to staff members with or without professional training; functions in such areas as counseling, protective services, and family services.

Job Duties:
(1) Assist in the assessment, planning, arranging, and implementing of psychosocial programs.
(2) Responsible for the content of education and counseling programs for both individual
patients or groups of patients and serves as liaison to community, individuals and groups as
appropriate.
(3) Counsel patients and interpret to professional and lay groups the special psychosocial needs
of patients by identifying psychosocial disorders.
(4) Review and evaluate recent psychosocial health research and interpret it to professionals and patients.
(5) Perform short term counseling and crisis intervention as necessary.
(6) Assist in the implementation of community and social programs as a professional counselor
(7)Prepare psychosocial educational materials as needed or required.
(8)Coordinate with clinical, health education, community health and other staff members in the provision of services to patients. Provide referrals for services needed.
(9)Coordinate with other organizational entities involved in psychosocial and mental health
services.
(10)Use tests, measurements, and measurement scale for general and specific assessments as
well as objective patient criteria in the provision of services and evaluation procedures.
(11) Can provide in-service presentations to staff as needed or required.
(12)Conduct health related educational presentations to both adults and teens in school and clinical settings.
(17)Assume other responsibilities as directed.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

(1) Bachelor of Science or Arts in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or an acceptable
related field required, with Master’s degree required.
(2) LCSW, LPC, LMFT.
(3) Must be a self-starter and is capable to remain calm under pressure in certain cases.
(4) Requires someone familiar with and sensitive to severe and persistent mental illness, and outpatient setting
(5) Familiarity with multicultural groups, previous work experience in a multicultural setting and
willingness to enroll language and multicultural coursework to supplement training if necessary.

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, 401k,

People may not agree or they may not understand your decision but health is important.... and that even includes your mental health. What did should be celebrated for standing up for her own mental well being. People may want you to push and continue to entertain but at the end of the if you give all of yourself constantly then their will be none of you left.

This video speaks for itself!!!

Episode 3: Healthy vs Unhealthy Coping Skills Coping skills are the actions we take to deal with stress, problems, or uncomfortable emotions. It is said, unhealthy coping skills often provide instant gra...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. For this month, we are partnering with NAMI's YOU ARE NOT ALONE campaign - where we both aim to focus on helping those understand that it’s okay to not be okay. Get Help you don't have to face it alone. 🤗

Happy mother's day to all the mothers and mother figures 💙❤💚 May your day be filled with soo much love and honor you deserve... 👑💎🎉

Provides clinical social work services to adult clients in an outpatient setting. Counsels and provides crisis intervention for clients, including assessment and treatment of emotional and behavioral challenges. Coaches clients on how to manage ongoing health conditions and provides therapy to help clients make positive changes.
-Conduct assessments to include group and individual sessions
-Provide advocacy and resource services for the clients
-Facilitate education, support and referrals
-Gather relevant information pertaining to case issues
-Assess and treat clients and care providers in understanding and coping with emotional and social problems
-Maintain caseload, documentation. treatment plans and reevaluate patients at appropriate intervals

Requires a master's degree of social work and a Georgia license. Applicant must be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

Stress is a silent killer.... Chronic stress, or constant stress experienced over a prolonged period of time, can contribute to long-term problems for heart and blood vessels, ultimately causing physical health problems. Look out for yourSELF and learn to manage your stress! Check out our recent YouTube video from our Satisfying the Soul Sundays web series. LINK IN THE BIO 💚❤💙

Positive Thinking is important to maintaining a happy and healthy life. :) Watch this short video that highlights 7 simple strategies to help with positive thoughts.

7 Simple Strategies for Positive Thinking "Positive thinking is an emotional and mental attitude that focuses on the good and expects results that will benefit you. It’s about anticipating happiness,...

Carefully constructed positive affirmations can “rewire” our brains to break negative thought patterns. Similar to exercise, positive affirmations can actually increase the amount of feel-good hormones in our brains. Positive thoughts create positive emotions, which can actually change our physiology and improve our mental, emotional, and physical health. | THINK POSITIVE THOUGHT 💙❤💚

Strong unity makes our community a winning community! 🤝🤝🏼 🤝🏾Yesterday we watched and welcomed a new administration take office. As we prepare for the next 4 years, lets come together as a community and spread love 💚❤💙 not hate. ..........

"We spread the message of hope and of unity. That's what get me up in the morning." Chuck D.

A technique that is helpful when you are feeling anxious, or in a panic or dealing with PTSD flashback or unwanted memories is the Grounding Technique.

If you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Try grounding yourself by following these steps: 

NOTICE how you are feeling and what you are thinking 

SLOW DOWN and CONNECT with your body by taking slow and deep breaths 

REFOCUS on your surroundings by engaging your different senses – sight, sound, smell, taste and touch