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Family Therapy Support Clinician

Middletown, NY (

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Family Therapy and Support Services program provides clinical and wraparound services to children and families in the home and community. The Licensed Clinician is responsible for completing assessments, tax plans and providing individual and/or family sessions if necessary. Part of a team of services individualized to each family's needs. Flexible schedule- including days, afternoons, evenings and weekend hours.

Job Benefits:

Benefits for Full Time employees:

· 4 weeks paid vacation annually;

· 13 paid holidays, 4 personal days;

· 1 sick day per month, accruable to 150 days;

· Fully paid individual LTD and life insurance;

· Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.

Requirements

LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LMSW and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist.

Salary Description

$60,005.40/year

1. Accept assignment of cases as assigned to provide home or community based FFT services.
2. Provide, at a minimum, weekly one-hour, home-based family therapy sessions to clients.
3. Utilize the FFT model with families who have adolescents between the ages of 10 and 18.
4. Carry a required caseload as identified per model or Supervisor discretion, providing services anywhere from three to six months.
5. Provide and participate in the following services, including, but not limited to:
   1. evaluations and assessments
   2. participation in the development of the client's Treatment Service Plan (ITP)
   3. crisis work - providing assistance and support in crisis situations
   4. support, including education and consultation for families and/or significant others regarding the clients' mental illness
   5. family interventions; symptom monitoring and self management of symptoms; assistance in increasing social support skills and networks
   6. coordination of necessary evaluations and assessments; coordination of all services identified on the client's ITP
   7. necessary follow-up to determine if services have adequately met the needs of the client
   8. access to resources in the community
6. Work a flexible workweek and provides evening and weekend on-call coverage on a rotating basis.
7. Maintain and keep all required trainings, certifications and licensure current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
8. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through the timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.

1. Attend scheduled staff meetings, consultation with the FFT consultant, individual supervision, and on-going training.
2. Coordination with other child serving entities per individual family need.
3. Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client's treatment. All client-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
4. Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
5. Other duties as assigned by management.

• A Master's Degree and valid Ohio License in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work or Counseling (LSW, LPC, MFT, LISW, LPCC, IMFT) required.
• Prior experience with systemic family therapy and/or evidence based models a plus. Work hours are flexible, some evenings and/or weekends required.
• Candidates should be familiar with the complex needs of clients who have co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders, and must be competent in the provision of Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Case Management and a Multidisciplinary Team Approach to treatment.

• Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a zero-cost option.
• Wellness program including free preventative care
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MNO and MSW programs
• Defined benefit pension plan
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support for continuing education and credential renewal
• Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
• Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care

• Are looking to make a difference in the lives of adolescents and their families
• Prefer a flexible work schedule where you make your hours within M-F 9-8
• Enjoy traveling and being out in the community
• Prefer small client caseloads and frequent client contact
• Desire on-going growth and a strong supportive team
• Are familiar with and enjoy an intensive family therapy approach
• Enjoy working with and empowering parents and caregivers
• Enjoy working as a team, giving and receiving feedback, and case consultation

• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
• May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
• Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
• Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
• Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
• Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
• Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
• In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!

• Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!

• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.

• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
• Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.

• FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.

• Annual wellness stipend.
• FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families
• Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
• Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program

• Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!

• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.

• Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.

• Are looking to make a difference in the lives of adolescents and their families
• Prefer a flexible work schedule where you make your hours within M-F 9-8
• Enjoy traveling and being out in the community
• Prefer small client caseloads and frequent client contact
• Desire on-going growth and a strong supportive team
• Are familiar with and enjoy an intensive family therapy approach
• Enjoy working with and empowering parents and caregivers
• Enjoy working as a team, giving and receiving feedback, and case consultation

• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
• May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
• Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
• Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
• Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
• Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
• Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
• In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!

• Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!

• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.

• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
• Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.

• FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.

• Annual wellness stipend.
• FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families
• Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
• Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program

• Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!

• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.

• Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential. If you align with our core values, putting people first , striving for excellence in the work you do each day and have a can do mindset, then Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career. As a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HealthJoy - a no cost medical and mental health online resource available Day 1, and much more
• Robust earned paid time off program (PTO)
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles)
• Professional Development Suppor

• Provide therapeutic intervention services to children, adolescents, and adults using individual, family, and group treatment.
• Provide crisis stabilization services to families as is needed.
• Identify strengths and needs of families to promote treatment.
• Act as a family advocate; work with social service agencies to provide and coordinate services.
• Develop and implement Care Plans, Comprehensive Assessments, Treatment Summaries, Safety Plans and Risk Assessments.
• Monitor families' participation in programs through coordination of agencies' reports and continue direct contact as needed.
• Participate in regular treatment team meetings with external stakeholders to assist in the coordination of care across multiple service providers.
• Maintain client charting in accordance with Medicaid, OhioMHAS, CARF and professional standards.
• Demonstrate the ability to work efficiently, meeting workpace expectations (i.e.: productivity and complete all required documentation).
• Prepare all documentation for discharge and aftercare referral.
• Acts to understand and safeguard the welfare of others.
• Actively consults with supervisor to act upon ethical and legal aspects of the organization.
• May be required to perform telehealth services as determined by Signature Health.
• Actively engage in supervision with your BH Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Valid unencumbered LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, LIMFT or LMFT License in the state of Ohio is required.
• Previous experience working with children and youth.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Competency in the treatment of mental health and/or substance use disorders within the context of individual, group, couples and family systems therapy.
• Experience collaborating with other team members to optimize outcomes clients.
• Familiarity of state and federal healthcare regulations.
• Awareness of community and state support resources for population served.

• Work is normally performed in client or family home environment but may be performed in other settings as clinically necessary.
• While hours of operation are generally during standard business hours, evening and extended hours will be required to accommodate client needs
• Requires periods of sitting, standing, telephone, and computer work.
• Hearing: adequate to hear clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
• Speaking: adequate to speak to clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
• Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
• Physical effort required: occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 15 pounds, unassisted.
• Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens while performing job duties.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular workday.
• Sufficient dexterity to operate a PC and other office equipment.

At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential. If you align with our core values, putting people first , striving for excellence in the work you do each day and have a can do mindset, then Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career. As a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HealthJoy - a no cost medical and mental health online resource available Day 1, and much more
• Robust earned paid time off program (PTO)
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles)
• Professional Development Suppor

Reporting to the Supervisor, Behavioral Health Services, the Counselor, Community-Based Family Therapy will provide therapeutic services to high-need children and adults experiencing serious emotional challenges, primarily within the home environment, as well as other clinically appropriate settings. Individuals served are multi-system involved, at risk of being psychiatrically hospitalized and/or placed in a residential treatment facility or transitioning back to their home environment from residential placement. Services may be delivered in individual or family sessions, depending on client needs. The Counselor will utilize a team-based, treatment plan-driven approach to deliver high-quality, client-centered care.

HOW YOU'LL SUCCEED:

• Provide therapeutic intervention services to children, adolescents, and adults using individual, family, and group treatment.
• Provide crisis stabilization services to families as is needed.
• Identify strengths and needs of families to promote treatment.
• Act as a family advocate; work with social service agencies to provide and coordinate services.
• Develop and implement Care Plans, Comprehensive Assessments, Treatment Summaries, Safety Plans and Risk Assessments.
• Monitor families' participation in programs through coordination of agencies' reports and continue direct contact as needed.
• Participate in regular treatment team meetings with external stakeholders to assist in the coordination of care across multiple service providers.
• Maintain client charting in accordance with Medicaid, OhioMHAS, CARF and professional standards.
• Demonstrate the ability to work efficiently, meeting workpace expectations (i.e.: productivity and complete all required documentation).
• Prepare all documentation for discharge and aftercare referral.
• Acts to understand and safeguard the welfare of others.
• Actively consults with supervisor to act upon ethical and legal aspects of the organization.
• May be required to perform telehealth services as determined by Signature Health.
• Actively engage in supervision with your BH Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Valid unencumbered LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, LIMFT or LMFT License in the state of Ohio is required.
• Previous experience working with children and youth.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Competency in the treatment of mental health and/or substance use disorders within the context of individual, group, couples and family systems therapy.
• Experience collaborating with other team members to optimize outcomes clients.
• Familiarity of state and federal healthcare regulations.
• Awareness of community and state support resources for population served.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is normally performed in client or family home environment but may be performed in other settings as clinically necessary.
• While hours of operation are generally during standard business hours, evening and extended hours will be required to accommodate client needs
• Requires periods of sitting, standing, telephone, and computer work.
• Hearing: adequate to hear clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
• Speaking: adequate to speak to clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
• Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
• Physical effort required: occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 15 pounds, unassisted.
• Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens while performing job duties.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular workday.
• Sufficient dexterity to operate a PC and other office equipment.

This Success Profile is not an exhaustive list of all functions or requirements that you may be required to perform; you may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested by your supervisor or the company. You must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily; however, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable you to perform the essential functions of this job, absent undue hardship. Signature Health may revise this Success Profile at any time, with or without advanced notice.

All employees of Signature Health are required to comply with the Signature Health Annual Influenza Vaccination Policy. This policy requires employees to obtain an annual flu vaccination. A medical and/or religious exemption may be submitted for review by the Signature Health Review Committee. Exemption requests are not guaranteed to be approved. Signature Health is a drug-free workplace. After receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

• Carry a caseload as assigned
• Provide weekly one-hour, home-based, virtual, or office family therapy sessions to clients, at a minimum
• Actively participate as part of the therapy team
• Complete formalized FFT-A assessments
• Refer families to appropriate services and supports regularly
• Provide families with both clinical and concrete services
• Perform the basic accountability tasks related to the job, which include compiling and maintaining all necessary records
• Attend all FFT-A training sessions and supplemental continuing education modules with fidelity by integrating required data management system into service delivery decisions
• Provide supervision to assigned Case Managers along with the Program Supervisor
• Provide life skills classes
• Collect information for program effectiveness along with administrative staff
• Perform other related duties as requested by direct supervisor or Clinical Director

• Ability and willingness to work with families in their own homes
• Flexibility 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 families
• Ability to work independently, as well as contribute to a team
• Very good interpersonal/communication skills
• Bilingual Spanish preferred
• Strong clinical skills
• Ability to internalize and work within the FFT-A philosophy and model
• Expertise in working with young adults, 19 - 27 years of age preferred
• Ability to work with respect for cultural diversity
• Ability to engage families who may not want the service
• Ability to adapt and individualize program interventions to utilize family strengths and skills
• Commitment to empowering families to solve their own problems
• Belief in the capacity of people to grow and change
• Ability to establish a mutually respectful relationship, in which the family is a full partner, empowered to solve their own problems
• Ability to intervene decisively, when necessary, to protect family members
• Ability to set appropriate boundaries and limits for best practice
• Commitment to RiseBoro's mission, vision and values
• Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
• Have 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.)

• 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 services

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

RiseBoro’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 assigned

• Provide weekly one-hour, home-based, virtual, or office family therapy sessions to clients, at a minimum

• Actively participate as part of the therapy team

• Complete formalized FFT-A assessments

• Refer families to appropriate services and supports regularly

• Provide families with both clinical and concrete services

• Perform the basic accountability tasks related to the job, which include compiling and maintaining all necessary records

• Attend all FFT-A training sessions and supplemental continuing education modules with fidelity by integrating required data management system into service delivery decisions

• Provide supervision to assigned Case Managers along with the Program Supervisor

• Provide life skills classes

• Collect information for program effectiveness along with administrative staff

• Perform other related duties as requested by direct supervisor or Clinical Director

COMPETENCIES

• Ability and willingness to work with families in their own homes

• Flexibility 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 families

• Ability to work independently, as well as contribute to a team

• Very good interpersonal/communication skills

• Bilingual Spanish preferred

• Strong clinical skills

• Ability to internalize and work within the FFT-A philosophy and model

• Expertise in working with young adults, 19 – 27 years of age preferred

• Ability to work with respect for cultural diversity

• Ability to engage families who may not want the service

• Ability to adapt and individualize program interventions to utilize family strengths and skills

• Commitment to empowering families to solve their own problems

• Belief in the capacity of people to grow and change

• Ability to establish a mutually respectful relationship, in which the family is a full partner, empowered to solve their own problems

• Ability to intervene decisively, when necessary, to protect family members

• Ability to set appropriate boundaries and limits for best practice

• Commitment to RiseBoro’s mission, vision and values

• Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities

• Have 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 services

Qualifications

It 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.