Family Therapist - Intensive Placement Stabilization

Community Services•Urbana, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Cunningham Children’s Home is launching Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS), a program designed to help youth in foster care achieve greater stability in their homes. The IPS Family Therapist provides intensive therapeutic services to youth and families experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. The therapist serves as the team lead and works closely with a Family Support Specialist to provide in-home and community-based services. The role supports placement stability for youth at risk of disruption by developing assessments, treatment plans, and interventions that guide the IPS service approach. This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling. Some evening and weekend hours may be necessary to accommodate family needs. The role requires travel throughout Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, and Vermilion Counties.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a human services field.
Strong self-discipline and professional integrity.
Commitment to confidentiality and teamwork within a collaborative treatment model.
Reliable vehicle and willingness to travel throughout Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, and Vermilion Counties.
At least 21 years old.
Valid Illinois driver’s license.
Must pass a pre-employment physical and background check.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience in child welfare, children’s mental health, or family therapy is strongly preferred.
Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or Counseling Psychology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the IPS team and work closely with a Family Support Specialist.
Deliver intensive in-home and community-based therapeutic services to youth and families experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges.
Support placement stability for youth at risk of disruption.
Develop assessments, treatment plans, and interventions to guide the IPS service approach.