Therapist (LSW or LPC)

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM•Dayton, OH

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time Family Therapist to join our team in Dayton, Ohio. This position involves delivering Evidence-Based Mental Health Services throughout Montgomery County to adolescents, youth, and children, as well as their families, as part of the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model. FFT is an evidence-based and strengths-focused family therapy model designed for at-risk youth and their families, offering short-term services proven to help 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.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
LSW or LPC required.
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.
Comfortable providing services in the community and in client homes.
Good computer and technology skills.
Willingness to accept other job duties as assigned.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable personal transportation.
Good driving record.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Deliver Evidence-Based Mental Health Services to adolescents, youth, and children, as well as their families, immersed in the FFT model.
Manage a small caseload and travel daily to provide services in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Regularly review and modify treatment plans to assure consistent progress and success of plan goals.
Participate in training and consultation to obtain Functional Family Therapy (FFT) certification.
Comply with specific, daily documentation and assessment requirements.
Assist 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.
Provide safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.