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Evidence Based Associates
Peachtree City, Georgia

Functional Family Therapist

CounselorNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$52k-$63k

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Job Description

Functional Family Therapist

We are seeking highly motivated and compassionate MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS to join our Functional Family Therapy team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. If you are inspired to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Position Description

Deliver individualized therapy to families in home, school, and community settings, using a strengths-based, solution-focused approach.

Engage family members in therapy and support their involvement in the treatment process, emphasizing communication, problem-solving, and positive parenting techniques.

Collaborate with schools, community organizations, and other service providers to ensure coordinated care and support for clients.

Provide crisis intervention and support to families dealing with immediate issues or emergencies, while ensuring safety and stability.

  • Be an integral part of a team-orientated environment.
  • Participate in initial and ongoing training, supervision, and team case staffing.

This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position.

Location: Fulton County/Atlanta

Compensation

This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position.

  • Compensation: $51,993.10 - $63,344
  • Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.

What You Can Expect

  • Consistent referral volume and established patient base
  • Administrative and scheduling support
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Supportive clinical and operational leadership
  • Opportunities to build your preferred clinical focus areas
  • Streamlined onboarding and credentialing support

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy sessions
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Collaborate with care teams as needed
  • Maintain compliance with all clinical and regulatory standards
  • Participate in supervision (if applicable based on licensure level)

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Candidates possessing a Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with youth and families.

Good communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with individuals and families.

Why Join Us

We are focused on creating a model where clinicians are supported, not overloaded. You’ll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, the support to maintain a steady caseload, and the opportunity to grow within a stable, mission-driven organization.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from our competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

Consumer-driven Health Plan Coverage Provided by Anthem

  • Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
  • Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
  • Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
  • An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare.
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
  • Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
  • Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
  • Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
  • Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
  • Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity

Empower Community Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Case managementIndividual therapyCollaborationRegulatory complianceClinical supervision

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Functional Family Therapist at Evidence Based Associates a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,961 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 26% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$58k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $60k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
96% this job
Sign-on bonus
50%
CME allowance
25%
Loan repayment
4%
PSLF eligible
4%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 6.9
Better work-life than 70% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,961 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call

Living in Peachtree City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$425k≈ 8.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,386/mo≈ 55% of gross pay
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Evidence Based Associates

Business Consulting and Services
Washington, District of Columbia
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
HSA/FSA
401k
Paid Time Off
Licensure Residency Program
Educational Assistance