Outreach Therapist: Functional Family Therapist - 7381

CHR Career•Manchester, CT

13d

About The Position

The Outreach Therapist coordinates all aspects of clinical treatment for assigned clients with behavioral health conditions, using the designated program model or intervention. The role may include assessment, individual, family, and group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention. The therapist maintains contact and consults with key stakeholders and collaborative parties, participates as a full member of the clinical team, and maintains client records. This position serves the Functional Family Therapy program in Manchester, Connecticut. The program provides family-based prevention and intervention for at-risk youth ages 11–17 and their families. Families commit to weekly sessions attended by at least a caregiver and the youth. The program supports families dealing with concerns such as delinquency, emotional difficulties, truancy, violence, behavioral problems, family conflict, limited resources, prior treatment failure, or involvement with multiple systems. Its goal is to improve family communication and relationships, reduce stress, overcome problems, and help families achieve their goals.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
LMSW, LPC-A, or LMFT-A required.
Valid driver’s license for programs where transportation is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with trauma, mental illness, serious emotional disorders, and/or substance use disorders.
LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist.
LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist in some programs.

Responsibilities

Provide assessment and treatment interventions consistent with fidelity to the evidence-based model.
Provide home- and community-based care.
Document ongoing client progress and outcomes.
Demonstrate competency in age-related or specialty issues and the developmental needs of each population served.
Maintain collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
Provide crisis assessment and intervention to monitor the status of clients in crisis.
Work with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans using natural supports.
Maintain client and staff records according to agency policy.
Participate in weekly supervision, consultation, and meetings to review client and program progress.
Attend all required Functional Family Therapy trainings.

Benefits

Health insurance.
Paid time off, including a birthday benefit.
Employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan.
Competitive insurance premiums and discounts on pet, home, and auto insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Professional development programs, including tuition discounts at local colleges and universities.
Career development opportunities.
Free training curriculum, including a Clinical Training Series.
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring at several programs.
Wellness program with an annual wellness stipend, a free Calm app subscription, and six free confidential counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program.
Employee appreciation and involvement activities, including contests, lunch-and-learns, appreciation events, and employee-led resource groups.