Therapist KFT - Atlantic

Acenda Health•Egg Harbor Township, NJ

30d•$59,000

About The Position

As a Therapist, I provide evidence-informed treatment to strengthen family relationships, enhance overall well-being, and promote home stability. I offer therapy, education, advocacy, and resource linkages to support improved individual and family functioning while co-facilitating group sessions for parents, children, and families. Additionally, I collaborate closely with colleagues, DCP&P, and community partners, maintaining thorough documentation in line with program and agency standards. Program Info Keeping Families Together provides both short and long-term supportive housing for high risk families who have a current or ongoing history of homelessness, with children at risk of removal or soon to be reunified. The program provides housing resource specialty, case management, therapy and support groups to families who receive either a program-based or rental assistant voucher.

Requirements

Master's degree in counseling, social work or a related field
Strong engaging, communication and collaboration skills
Professionalism, ethics and a commitment to excellence in care
An understanding of trauma, loss, substance abuse, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, mental health issues
Must demonstrate initiative, creativity, reliability and the ability to work well independently
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience working with DCP&P involved families preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide therapy, education, support, advocacy and linkages to improve functioning.
Co-facilitate groups for parents, children and families
Work collaboratively with your KFT peers, DCP&P and community service providers
Complete documentation consistent with program and agency requirements.