FFPRS Mental Health Counselor / Therapist
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Job Description
If you are looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference then take a look at KVC Kentucky and all the things we do!
People matter, and that’s why we exist. By providing in-home behavioral healthcare, family preservation and reunification, foster care and youth substance abuse treatment, KVC Kentucky touches the lives of over 12,000 children and families each year. Our services are in-home, strengths-based, and driven by a focus on the safety, permanency, and wellbeing of the child and family.
KVC is accredited by The Joint Commission, considered a gold standard in healthcare. Our 200+ passionate, dedicated staff working from 8 locations across the state help strengthen individuals and families each day. Join us in enriching and enhancing the lives of children and families.
Job Description
The Mental Health Counselor / Therapist of Family First Preservation & Reunification Services (FFPRS) will provide comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, and clinical services in accordance with FFPRS programming, agency standards and Family First approved evidence-based practices.
Requirements of In Home Mental Health Counselor / Therapist
- Masters Degree in Social Work (or other related field)
- Valid Driver's License and Car Insurance
Benefits of In Home Mental Health Counselor / Therapist
- Flexible Schedule
- Excellent Supervised Support System
- Company Phone
- Mileage Compensation
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
Responsibilities of In Home Mental Health Counselor / Therapist
- Ensure compliance with contract guidelines
- Completing face-to-face intake
- Provide screening and assessment services
- Identifying treatment needs
- Provide ongoing treatment services to clients
- Formulate treatment recommendations
- Develop a comprehensive assessment-driven treatment plan
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Funding for this position provided through the Cabinet for Health & Family Services with Kentucky State Funds and/or Federal Funds.
KVC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
Key Responsibilities
The counselor will provide comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing clinical services to children and families. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with contract guidelines and developing assessment-driven treatment plans.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work or a related field. A valid driver's license and car insurance are also required for this in-home position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% are remote, 28% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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