Child Therapist w. At Risk Youth-; LLMSW, LMSW, LLPC, LPC, TLLP, LLP req.

The Guidance Center•Lincoln Park, MI

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About The Position

The Guidance Center is hiring a Child Therapist to provide Multisystemic Therapy (MST), an evidence-based, trauma-informed intervention for youth ages 12–17 who engage in challenging or antisocial behaviors. The role includes one week of training provided by the MST Institute and ongoing support in delivering the MST model. MST aims to help youth remain safely at home and in their communities and prevent detention by addressing family environments and other ecological drivers of behavior. Therapists work collaboratively with caregivers and family members to support lasting behavior change. This is a home- and community-based position. Therapists travel to youths’ homes and schools to hold meetings and provide intervention support, and participate in an on-call rotation to support caregivers. The role may suit new clinicians as well as experienced clinicians seeking specialized practice. New graduates are welcome, and licensure supervision is offered. The Guidance Center has provided services since 1958 and serves more than 14,200 people annually through 25 programs. The position includes a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology.
Interest in treating antisocial behavior in youth.
Must be license-eligible in Michigan; accepted credentials include LLMSW, LMSW, LLPC, LPC, TLLP, or LLP.
Must be available throughout the day to travel to youths’ homes and schools.

Responsibilities

Provide Multisystemic Therapy to youth ages 12–17 who engage in challenging behaviors.
Work in youths’ homes and communities, including traveling to homes and schools for meetings and intervention implementation support.
Address family environments and ecological drivers of antisocial behavior.
Empower caregivers and family members to participate in an integrated team approach and facilitate behavior change.
Participate in an on-call rotation to provide caregivers with support and tools.