Therapist, Functional Family Therapy-Adult ProgramSalary Range $66,357.00 - $78,000.00 Salary/year Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Shift Education Level Graduate Degree Category Nonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESRiseBoro's Functional Family Therapy - Adult program is a therapeutic model that operates within its Clinical Services unit and is a strength-based, evidence-informed, culturally responsive intervention program that, at its core, aims to reduce community and interpersonal violence by engaging people in a change process that nurtures hope and strengthens relationships. Special attention is paid to interfamilial and extrafamilial factors, and how they present within and influence therapeutic processes. The Therapist is an integral part of successful treatment. Specific duties and responsibilities include: Carry a caseload as assignedProvide weekly one-hour, home-based, virtual, or office family therapy sessions to clients, at a minimumActively participate as part of the therapy teamComplete formalized FFT-A assessmentsRefer families to appropriate services and supports regularlyProvide families with both clinical and concrete servicesPerform the basic accountability tasks related to the job, which include compiling and maintaining all necessary recordsAttend all FFT-A training sessions and supplemental continuing education modules with fidelity by integrating required data management system into service delivery decisionsProvide supervision to assigned Case Managers along with the Program SupervisorProvide life skills classesCollect information for program effectiveness along with administrative staffPerform other related duties as requested by direct supervisor or Clinical DirectorCOMPETENCIESAbility and willingness to work with families in their own homesFlexibility to work when the families are available to meet; ability to work non-traditional and flexible work hours to include being available for weekend, evening or other appointment times with familiesAbility to work independently, as well as contribute to a teamVery good interpersonal/communication skillsBilingual Spanish preferredStrong clinical skillsAbility to internalize and work within the FFT-A philosophy and modelExpertise in working with young adults, 19 – 27 years of age preferredAbility to work with respect for cultural diversityAbility to engage families who may not want the serviceAbility to adapt and individualize program interventions to utilize family strengths and skillsCommitment to empowering families to solve their own problemsBelief in the capacity of people to grow and changeAbility to establish a mutually respectful relationship, in which the family is a full partner, empowered to solve their own problemsAbility to intervene decisively, when necessary, to protect family membersAbility to set appropriate boundaries and limits for best practiceCommitment to RiseBoro's mission, vision and valuesAbility to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communitiesHave a demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice involved persons, etc.)
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree in social work, counseling, mental health, or other relevant human service profession required, with two (2) years of experience in children and family servicesQualificationsIt is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.
