Family Behavioral Health Therapist

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Family Mental Health Therapist to join our team. If you want to empower youth and families and thrive in a supportive team environment, we want you on our team! New graduates are encouraged to apply!

• Position: Family Behavioral Health Therapist
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Sign-On Bonus: $1000

A Day in the Life

As an In-home Family Therapist in the Multisystemic Therapy (MST) program, you will gain experience with an evidence-based practice that supports at-risk youth ages 12–17 years old while collaborating with their families in their homes, schools, and in their local communities using several different therapeutic approaches.

As a therapist, you will have a caseload of 4-6 families and a flexible schedule to accommodate the family’s needs and your life outside of work. You will empower families to address problematic behavior and will help youth make life-transforming changes.

How This Position Contributes to Our Mission

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and key players in the youth's environment
• Actively engage primary caregivers and key participants to drive lasting, positive behavioral change
• Maintain clear, detailed documentation that ensures compliance with MST principles and promotes continuous growth
• Develop and implement effective, goal-driven treatment plans tailored to each family's unique needs
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and consultation to refine your skills

Family Behavioral Health Therapist Skills and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in clinical or counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a related subject area required
• Eligibility for professional licensure or certification in KY (CSW, LPCA, Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, LPATA, etc.) If not current, must possess within 60 days of hire
• Strong clinical skills with emphasis in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Practices & Family Systems

Valid Driver's License and Reliable Transportation

• Independent licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, etc. in the state of KY preferred
• Previous employment providing in-home or community-based therapy services preferred
• What You’ll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents
• Comprehensive benefits package(Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, and Life)
• Generous leave time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid supervision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and certification opportunities

Professional Development Opportunities

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus – We value your commitment and want to reward you from the start!

Who We Are

Home of the Innocents is one of Louisville’s longest-serving non-profit organizations, approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness.

We are a trauma-informed organization, prioritizing safety, recovery, and strong relationships in everything we do. Our leadership is committed to building a workforce grounded in compassion, excellence, empowerment, and wellness.

We are an organization growing to meet the needs of children and young adults in our community-expanding our programs and investing in our campus, including the addition of a new wing at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center that will double our capacity to serve medically complex individuals.

• Our Impact
• 3,976 children and families served in 2025
• 22-acre campus located near downtown Louisville
• Second largest Residential Treatment Program in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter for children in the city
• Largest MST Program in Kentucky
• 10 programs supporting children and families across a range of needs, including:
• Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
• Emergency shelter for children in crisis
• Foster care and adoption support

Community-based Behavioral Health Services

Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Kentucky’s only pediatric skilled nursing facility providing residential and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical needs.

If you are passionate about fostering a mission-driven workplace and shaping a positive organizational culture, we invite you to apply!