Child & Family Therapist

Casa de los Ninos•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Child & Family Therapist clinically evaluates and assesses culturally diverse families and provides group and/or individual therapy. Services may take place in a client’s home or at the agency, depending on the program or assignment. The Therapist maintains clinical files, completes required progress reports, and works cooperatively with school programs, referral agencies, and other outside resources. The role includes assessing family strengths and needs, helping clients access social services, providing crisis management, developing and implementing treatment plans, and documenting client services and progress. The Therapist also plans for discharge and follow-up referrals, provides education about treatment issues, and coordinates with the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS). The position may require testifying in Juvenile Court about services and recommendations for holistic family outcomes. The Therapist must meet organizational productivity targets and perform other duties consistent with the role.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy, or a 60-unit graduate degree in an equivalent program of study.
Must provide own transportation to and from clients’ homes and other relevant organizations or agencies.
CPR/First Aid certification required.
Must meet training and organizational requirements for the position.
Must foster a solution-focused, dedicated, and compassionate environment in support of the organization’s mission, values, and strategic direction.
Must demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion, value diverse perspectives, and encourage contributions by all team members.
Must possess or be able to qualify for and maintain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One fingerprint clearance card.
Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license and be insurable under the organization’s automobile policy.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough and ongoing child and family strengths and needs assessments using program-specific protocols.
Assist clients in securing social services.
Document and report client services in accordance with regulatory, contractual, and organizational requirements, including timely submission of notes.
Provide effective crisis management by following program triage protocols and treatment methods, responding promptly, arranging follow-up care, assessing situations, and responding calmly and appropriately.
Engage children and families using techniques that allow the Therapist to take the perspective of different family members as needed.
Build rapport and credibility with family members across varying ages, and relate to individuals with warmth, empathy, acceptance, and humor.
Develop and implement interventions and treatment plans with identified problems, goals, measurable objectives, and strategies addressing assessment findings.
Maintain timely progress notes that reflect progress toward treatment goals and objectives.
Plan for treatment discharge or termination, including projected length of care, discharge criteria, preparation for discharge needs, and follow-up referrals as needed.
Conduct educational activities to promote client understanding of treatment issues, including medication, diagnosis, and parenting skills.
Coordinate with DCS regarding child well-being, family stability, and case planning.
Testify in Juvenile Court regarding case services and recommendations for holistic family outcomes.
Meet organizational productivity targets and perform other duties consistent with the position’s general responsibilities.