Family Preservation Therapist

Whites Residental • Wabash, IN

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About The Position

The Family Preservation Therapist provides professional, evidence-based therapeutic services to children and families with the primary goal of strengthening family functioning and preserving the family unit whenever safely possible. This role conducts comprehensive assessments, develops, implements, and supports the achievement of individualized treatment plans, and delivers clinical interventions tailored to the unique needs of each family. The therapist functions as a key member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, exercising sound clinical judgment while collaborating with internal staff, referral sources, and community providers.

Requirements

• A Christian with strong convictions who is also in agreement with Josiah White’s mission statement, Statement of Faith, and Code of Conduct.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• A master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related human services field is required.
• Must possess a current license issued by the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board, or is able to obtain one upon hire. All candidates must be license eligible and hold full clinical licensure (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT), associate licensure (LSW, LMHCA, LMFTA), or a temporary permit to practice in Indiana by their date of hire.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of previous experience in child welfare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide family preservation therapy services by using evidence-based individual, family, and couples counseling to strengthen family functioning and promote child safety, stability, and permanency.
• Conduct comprehensive family assessments by utilizing standardized tools and clinical interviews to evaluate dynamics, risks, strengths, and treatment needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with community providers, informal supports, internal teams, and families to advance treatment outcomes and ensure continuity of care within established time frames.
• Manage and respond to client crises and participate in family safety assessments and safety plan development as clinically indicated.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough clinical documentation in compliance with accreditation standards and Department of Child Services requirements.
• Participate in case management activities including child and family team meetings, court hearings, and treatment team case reviews, providing objective clinical input and recommendations.
• Advocate for the best interests of children and families by identifying service gaps, connecting clients to appropriate community resources, and communicating progress to placing agencies.
• Serve as a positive liaison in the community by maintaining professional relationships and representing the agency with referral sources, community partners, and public committees as assigned.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through clinical supervision, training activities, field observations, and performance feedback processes to ensure high-quality service delivery.

What This Job Offers

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