Family Centered Treatment Therapist

HEALTH CONNECT AMERICA, INC • Hickory, NC

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About The Position

As a Family Centered Treatment (FCT) Therapist at Health Connect America, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, and families using the Family Centered Treatment model. Services are delivered in homes and community settings, with a relationship-driven approach grounded in clinical best practices. The role involves guiding families through the four phases of the FCT model, collaborating with treatment teams and community partners, and supporting families in building skills and accessing resources.

This is community-based work with a flexible schedule to meet families’ needs, often outside traditional business hours. The therapist also provides 24/7 on-call coverage for an assigned caseload to offer crisis support. FCT certification is required within one year of employment to continue providing services. The employer supports certification through structured checkoffs, required training, and an e-learning platform.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Currently hold a provisional or associate license, such as LCSWA, LCMHCA, or LMFTA.
• Meet qualifications as a Qualified Professional (QP), with experience serving children and adolescents with a primary mental health diagnosis.
• Complete FCT Certification within one year of employment to continue providing services.

Nice To Haves

• Current FCT Certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Family Centered Treatment services in home and community settings.
• Guide children and families through the four phases of the FCT model.
• Develop and maintain individualized Service Plans in collaboration with the Treatment Team.
• Conduct assessments and provide therapeutic interventions and psychoeducation aligned with treatment goals.
• Coordinate care with medical, behavioral health, school, and community partners.
• Support families in setting goals, building skills, and accessing community resources.
• Develop discharge and aftercare plans to promote long-term stability and success.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record and participate in quality assurance activities.
• Provide 24/7 on-call coverage for an assigned caseload and crisis support when needed.

Benefits

• Retention bonus of up to $2,000 annually through the 2026 Retention Bonus Program.
• Flexible scheduling and a culture that values work/life balance.
• Employee Assistance Program, including eight mental health counseling sessions annually.
• Paid time off and paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance options.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account.
• Access to a Health Navigator.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Benefits Hub and Tickets at Work, offering exclusive savings and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time