Child and Family Therapist

Kids in Distress • Fort Lauderdale, FL

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Child and Family Therapist who will be responsible for providing a variety of clinical interventions to the children in KID programs and, whenever possible, their families as well. Therapists offer individual therapy to child clients and sibling(s), group and family therapy, in addition to support and advocacy to parents/guardians/caretakers. Therapists also work within a multidisciplinary treatment team, and therapeutic services are conducted primarily in the community or in the program where the child is placed. The Family Counseling Center (FCC) provides confidential and professional counseling for children and their families. In addition to treating issues associated with foster care and adoption, licensed and license-eligible therapists treat a wide range of childhood issues including infant mental health, positive parenting, grief/loss, divorce issues, anger issues, ADD/ADHD, anxiety and school adjustment issues, among others.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Family Therapy, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• Full-time access to a reliable vehicle.
• Proof of vehicle insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience.
• Florida Licensure.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Providing a variety of clinical interventions to children in KID programs and their families.
• Offering individual therapy to child clients and sibling(s).
• Conducting group and family therapy.
• Providing support and advocacy to parents/guardians/caretakers.
• Working within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Conducting therapeutic services primarily in the community or in the program where the child is placed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level