Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Professional (3376)

National Counseling Group (NCG)Christiansburg, VA
Hybrid

About The Position

National Counseling Group (NCG) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Functional Family Therapist (FFT) to join their team. In this role, you will work directly with youth and their families to address challenging behaviors through a structured, evidence-based treatment model. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, engage families in active, change-oriented therapy, and implement individualized treatment plans focused on achieving meaningful outcomes. Carrying a caseload of 10–12 clients, you will collaborate closely with families and community systems to build trust, ensure engagement, and support long-term success. Your work will include maintaining clear documentation aligned with the FFT model, participating in supervision and training, and delivering direct clinical services that make a tangible difference in the lives of those you serve. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a supportive, mission-driven team while developing your expertise in a proven therapeutic approach.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field
  • Qualified Mental health Professional
  • License eligible (Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work)

Nice To Haves

  • LPC, LCSW, LMFT
  • Direct use of pragmatic (i.e. structural, strategic and functional) family therapies
  • Individual therapy with children and adults using cognitive behavioral techniques
  • Marital therapy using behaviorally-based approaches
  • Behavioral therapy targeting behavior change

Responsibilities

  • Conduct a comprehensive initial assessment to include all desired treatment outcomes, assessment of systemic strengths and needs, comprehensive safety plan, and analysis of contributing factors to referral behaviors
  • Carry a caseload of 10-12 clients
  • Engage the entire family unit in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement
  • Implement problem conceptualization, treatment planning, intervention implementation, case outcome review, and strategy revision procedure
  • Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts that promote peer and supervisory review and feedback, and that demonstrate compliance with the FFT model
  • Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system to ensure their buy-in and cooperation throughout FFT treatment
  • Provide direct clinical treatment using methods compatible with the FFT model
  • Participate in all FFT training, supervision and consultation activities
  • Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy sessions
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Collaborate with care teams as needed
  • Maintain compliance with all clinical and regulatory standards
  • Participate in supervision (if applicable based on licensure level)

Benefits

  • Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
  • Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
  • Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental
  • Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed
  • Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
  • Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
  • Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
  • Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
  • Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
  • Advancement and Career Development Opportunities
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