Outreach Therapist: Functional Family Therapist - 7381

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JOB TITLE: Outreach Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, 40 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS: 8AM-8PM, flexible hours

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Functional Family Therapist, Manchester, CT

PC#: 2581

About the Program: Functional Family Therapy

Provides a family-based prevention and intervention program that supports at-risk youth (ages: 11-17) and their families. Family must commit to weekly sessions with at least the caregiver and youth present.

Targeting for families with youth exhibiting delinquency, emotional difficulties, truancy, violence, behavioral problems and/or family conflict. In addition, families with limited resources, those who have experienced treatment failure and whom have multiple system involvement.

Goal of FFT is to improve family communication and relationships to help reduce stress, overcome problems and achieve family’s goals. Referrals are made through the Triage Center, from the family, school, DCF or other providers.

ABOUT THE POSITION: Outreach Therapist

Coordinates all aspects of clinical treatment for assigned clients with behavioral health conditions, utilizing the designated model or intervention per program. May provide assessment, individual, family & group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention to assigned clients. Maintains contact with and consults with key stakeholders and relevant collaborative parties.

Participates as full member of the clinical team and is responsible for maintaining client records.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with fidelity to evidence based model;
• Performs home and community based care;
• Documents ongoing client progress and outcomes;
• Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served;
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers;
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis;
• Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural supports;
• Responsible for Maintaining Client and Staff Records According to Agency Policy;
• Participates in weekly supervision, consultation and meetings to review client and program progress;
• Attends all required FFT trainings.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree or higher in related field.

Experience

Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Psychologist preferred. LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs. Other training may be required based on program. Valid Driver’s License for programs where transportation is required.

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities

• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs

• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program

• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

Compensation*

$55,683.47 minimum - $83,525.31 maximum

*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

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