MST Therapist (Multisystemic Therapy)

SCO Family of Services • New York, NY

12h

About The Position

The MST Therapist provides in-home family counseling, support, and crisis intervention to a caseload of 5–6 families. The therapist conducts MST assessments, uses evidence-based clinical counseling approaches, and designs cognitive behavioral interventions for youth and families. All sessions must take place in the family’s home.

The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for families in court or probation meetings, communicating treatment progress, participating in group and individual supervision, and completing required documentation. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Previous experience with family therapy or in-home counseling for youth and their families.
• Flexible work schedule, including some evening and occasional weekend work.
• Ability to handle a high workload and meet program deadlines while maintaining high-quality written documentation.
• Master’s degree required.

Nice To Haves

• MSW, MFT, MHC, or a related degree preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience in the Juvenile Justice System is a plus.
• Experience in a preventive ACS program is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home family counseling, support, and crisis intervention to a caseload of 5–6 families.
• Conduct MST assessments and adhere to evidence-based clinical counseling modalities.
• Design cognitive behavioral interventions for youth and families.
• Collaborate with stakeholders such as schools, DOP, ACS, and pro-social programs.
• Advocate for families by attending court or probation meetings.
• Update stakeholders on treatment progress.
• Participate in weekly group supervision and consultation, as well as individual supervision.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time