Family Therapist, Toledo OH (LSW or LPC)

National Youth Advocate Program • Toledo, OH

21d • $60,000

About The Position

Are you interested in becoming certified in an evidence-based family therapy model while serving the community and working as part of a team that supports one another? If yes, National Youth Advocate Program has an exciting opportunity for you as a Therapist providing Functional Family Therapy (FFT). FFT is an evidence-based and strengths-focused family therapy model designed for at-risk youth and their families. Services are short-term and have been scientifically proven to help youth and families overcome challenges such as behavioral issues, substance abuse, delinquency, and conduct disorder. You will work in the community as part of our Intensive In-Home Services team. You will deliver Evidence-Based Mental Health Services throughout Lucas County to adolescents, youth and children, as well as their families. Working at NYAP: Generous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Friday’s during the summer! Health and Wellness : Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family; Paid Parental leave Professional Growth: CEU’s, ongoing training/education, student loan repayment program, and supervision hours And So Much More : 401K and 401K Matching flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, phone allowance

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• LSW or LPC required (LISW or LPCC preferred)
• Experience in providing both individual and family therapy
• Daily travel required; willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule during non-traditional hours if needed
• Must be comfortable providing services in the community and in client homes.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
• You have good computer and technology skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Immersed in the FFT model only, you will deliver Evidence-Based Mental Health Services to adolescents, youth and children, as well as their families
• Managing a small caseload, you will travel daily to provide to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Regularly reviews and modifies treatment plans to assure consistent progress and success of plan goals.
• Must be willing to participate in training and consultation to obtain Functional Family Therapy (FFT) certification.
• Must be willing to comply with specific, daily documentation and assessment requirements
• Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan.
• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served
• Must be willing to accept other job duties as assigned

Benefits

• Generous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Friday’s during the summer!
• Health and Wellness : Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family; Paid Parental leave
• Professional Growth: CEU’s, ongoing training/education, student loan repayment program, and supervision hours
• 401K and 401K Matching flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, phone allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees