MST Therapist

Child Guidance Resource•Coatesville, PA

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

The MST (Multi-systemic Therapy) Mental Health Professional provides intensive home and community based therapy to families whose adolescents are displaying social, emotional and/or behavioral disorders. Clinicians work with caregivers to change how youth function in their natural setting while following a specific model that promotes positive social behavior and decreases anti-social behavior.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree in counseling, psychology, or social work.
Minimum one (1) year experience working with child and families in a mental health, education, child welfare or juvenile justice system / secure juvenile setting.
Broad clinical practice experience in family, child, behavior, individual therapies, group counseling and crisis intervention/stabilization.

Responsibilities

Complete all training and actively participates in required supervision and consultation in accordance with program and agency guidelines.
Handle all administrative duties such as chart documentation, billing requirements and other necessary paperwork consistent with licensure, accreditation, funding sources and CGRC technology reporting requirements.
Conduct all assessments including biopsychosocials utilizing program principals in order to assess client and family dynamics.
Provide therapy services to promote exploration and understanding of personal and interpersonal dynamics.
Develop effective and timely treatment goals with measurable objectives that are sustainable for families.
Record all case progress notes for both MST and CGRC in order to maintain accurate history of treatment events and client progress.
Meet program expectations regarding authorizations and productivity.
Available to immediately intervene in crisis situations.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders both internally and externally.