Children and Family Therapist - Hope for Youth

Child and Family Therapist

Seeking a dynamic licensed therapist who has experience with trauma-informed, evidence-based treatments. Hope For Youth is searching for a full-time therapist to work within a developing program for children and families with diverse backgrounds. You will be fully trained in Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and the Strengthening Families Program (SFP) both approved by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) as evidence-based treatment and skills services for children and families. Competitive salary, generous benefits, and Paid Time Off packages. The agency offers a supportive environment, flexible schedule, reflective supervision, and ongoing training in areas of interest and other evidence-based treatments. Consider applying if you enjoy working with a close-knit, collaborative team of therapists.

Responsibilities

1. Function within the policies and procedures as outlined in program practice guide and employee manual.
2. Adhere to state regulations and applicable code of conduct.
3. Work within an interdisciplinary team to assist client in their overall functioning and achieve desired outcomes.
4. Apply agency-identified Evidence Based Interventions best suited to meet the client's needs.
5. Conduct Family and Individual therapy in agency office space or, in their home as needed, to best meet client's needs.
6. Support the child/family by providing them with the knowledge, skills and tools necessary to achieve optimal family functioning.
7. Complete documentation and related paperwork in a timely manner
8. Offer flexibility within schedule to accommodate program needs
9. Attend trainings and professional development as assigned and as per interest.
10. Attend meetings and provide reports for meetings as assigned.
11. Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to diagnose and/or determine medical necessity.
12. Ensure that service delivery is in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner.
13. Develop a treatment plan with the child/family to restore functioning and/or ameliorate behavioral health symptoms.
14. Participate in treatment team, case review and other meetings.
15. Work collaboratively with referral resources and any other agency working with the family and the court.
16. Conduct developmental assessments when necessary and provide follow-up assessments as needed.
17. Provide support for other projects and locations; travel as needed.

Minimum job requirements to have and maintain:

1. LMSW/LCSW/LMHC/LMFT, limited permits, Psy.D.
2. 1- year of experience working with children/adolescents and families preferred
3. Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, and experience working with EHRs.
4. Valid NYS driver's license in good standing, access on working days to own reliable vehicle
5. Physical Requirements: read/write reports and log entries, walking/standing/sitting for prolonged periods, bending/stooping, kneeling/squatting, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, repetitive wrist/finger movements, driving own vehicle.

This opportunity is being offered at a pay range of $32.00 - $35.75/hour, based on a 35 hours per week

Please include resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All positions are subject to background screening as required by law or contract, including but not limited to: Staff Exclusion List (SEL), State Central Child Abuse Registry (SCR), DMV record review, criminal records screening, reference checks, for some roles, a physical exam. Hope For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more.

Here are some of the other benefits of working for Hope For Youth.

• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!

• Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers

• Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging

• Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities

• Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance

• Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

• Special Events and Recognition Awards

• Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within

• Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment

• 90% Employer-paid medical premiums

• Generous paid time off

• Agency-funded Pension Plan

• Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, FSA and HSA Accounts

• Agency-paid life insurance and disability, and for some positions, long-term disability

Learn more about Hope For Youth at: http://www.hfyny.org

Additional Pay Range Information

The salary range and/or hourly rate range listed for this position is a good faith determination of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, licensing, certifications, other credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity, etc.).

Learn more about Hope For Youth at: http://www.hfyny.org