The Center for Children (CFC) is seeking a positive, motivated Full-Time Therapist for our Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Program in our Leonardtown, MD (St. Mary's County) office.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
At Center for Children, children’s mental health is our priority! We are Southern Maryland's leading organization dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child abuse and the promotion of positive mental and behavioral health through crisis intervention, therapy and education. With more than 19 programs in 6 counties (Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Howard, Prince Georges and St. Mary's), our team of professionals provides services to more than 4,500 clients each year.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The full-time Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Program Therapist is responsible for providing quality in-home therapy as outlined by the FFT evidence-based practices. This is a full-time exempt position, reporting to the FFT Program Site Supervisor and FFT Program Coordinator.
- Schedule - 40-hour work week, typically Monday - Friday, including at least two evenings per week to meet scheduling needs of clients.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide in-home therapy services as required by the program.
- Meet and maintain a full case load of 12-15 families.
- Utilize and provide Functional Family Therapy (FFT) as indicated by the National model.
- Maintain accurate and complete progress notes on the Clinical Service System (CSS) on the FFT National Website.
- Complete notes within 36 hours from session time.
- Submit monthly data collection in a timely manner.
- Carry a cell phone when working to respond to calls from staff/clients.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED
- Master’s degree in Human Health Services related field.
- Maryland State Social Work or Professional Counselor Licensure (LMSW, LGSW, etc.).
- Must obtain and maintain your own professional liability insurance policy.
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
- Successfully complete State and Federal background investigation and drug test.
DESIRED
- Functional Family Therapy experience is a plus but is not required. Training will be provided!
- 1+ year of experience as licensed social worker or professional counselor, preferred.
- 1+ year experience working with children and families, preferred.
- Ability to handle stressful situations.
- Good writing skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Understanding of cultural diversity.
- Organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to multitask.
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
PERKS
- Grant funded LC licensure supervision.
- Paid holidays! We acknowledge 12 scheduled holidays and your birthday!
- $1,500 health reimbursement arrangement funded by CFC to cover qualifying medical expenses each plan year.
- Free basic life insurance, up to $50,000.
- Disability insurance, with 25% of the premium covered by CFC.
CFC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- licensed counseling or social work: 1 year (Preferred)
- working with children and families: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Maryland state licensure (LMSW, LGPC, LGSW, etc.) (Required)
- auto insurance policy (Required)
Work Location: In person