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Bettermorninginc

FFT Therapist (LGPC, LPC, LGSW, LCSW and LICSW)

Bettermorninginc, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


FFT Therapist (LGPC, LPC, LGSW, LCSW and LICSW)

Full-timeBetter Morning emerged as an outpatient behavioral health practice in Ashburn, VA in 2014. In addition to providing counseling from the Ashburn office, Better Morning started as a certified provider for intensive in-home and community-based services (IHCBS) for at-risk youth in the District of Columbia.In August 2017, Better Morning was certified as a Core Service Agency (CSA) by the DC Department of Behavioral Health. The founder’s passion for at-risk youth and their families motivated the expansion of evidence-based programs to meet the needs of the underserved population.FFT Therapist (Couple, Family, and Individual Therapist)An exciting position has become available for a full-time Licensed Mental Health Therapist to join a friendly team based in Washington, DC. Grow your career, be challenged, and realize the potential in yourself and others around you! If you are passionate about serving youth and families in their homes, have superior interpersonal and open communication skills, and desire to work in an environment with constructive oversight and a focus on successful outcomes, this therapy model is for you, and we want you! If you are positive, vibrant, flexible, and compassionate, we want you!We are seeking individuals with mental health clinical training and experience to deliver FFT. Duties include assessment, treatment, documentation, and collaboration with caregivers, families, youth, and community stakeholders. You will function as part of an FFT team and participate in weekly team supervision and consultation. Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule based on families’ availability. Experience in family systems therapy or behaviorally based marital and substance abuse treatment therapy is preferred. A Master's in mental health or a related field is required; licensure is also required. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits, including opportunities for thorough training in this highly researched evidence-based model.Role RequirementsThe Functional Family Therapy (FFT/CBI) evidence-based model therapist will hold at least a graduate-level license (LGPC or LGSW). Agency will pay for FFT and CBI trainings.This position requires flexibility of hours to meet families when and where they are available.Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.Must be able to commit to seeing clients remotely and on-site.Excellent writing and case documenting skills.Strong clinical skills and a strong work ethic with the ability to work independently.Ability to internalize and work within the evidence-based Functional Family Therapy philosophy and model.Cultural sensitivity and a commitment to empowering families.Ability to intervene decisively, when necessary, to protect family members and to set appropriate boundaries.Role ResponsibilitiesTherapists will be responsible for providing evidence-based, psychotherapy and person-centered therapy to individuals, adolescents, youth, couples, and families with various mental health issues.Follow the fidelity model of both the EBP model.Participate as part of the therapy team.Adhere to Child-Welfare safety guidelines.Assist families by actively referring them to appropriate services and supports.Provide individual/family/group counseling sessions and document the same.Serve as clinical liaison to referral sources and guardians regarding client progress and needs.Maintain records of all services provided.Maintain high-quality documentation of all case work, completed in a timely manner and consistent with outlined program policies and licensure requirements.Update the treatment plan and other clinical assessments for the assigned individual.Education:Master's (Required)Experience:Functional Family Therapy: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:LGPC, LGSW, LPC or LICSW (Required)Work Location:In personWhy should you apply?To join a fantastic company.Opportunity to be trained in a well-known evidence-based model that has been proven to work with youth and their families.To become part of a great team.To showcase your knowledge and skill set.401(k).Health insurance.Vision insurance.Paid time off.Sick leave.Job Type:Full-timePay:$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per yearAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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