Clinical - Therapist

Ft; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Ties is hiring a Mental Health Therapist to provide in-home and school-based clinical treatment and counseling for children, adolescents, and families. You will develop treatment plans, implement interventions, and collaborate with caregivers and schools to ensure engagement and progress.

The role requires a master's degree in counseling or social work, Georgia licensure, and at least two years of community-based counseling experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, social work or related human services field.
• Associate license or full licensure in Georgia preferred.
• Two years of community- or home-based mental health counseling experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.
• Training and experience in evidence-based treatment models.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse cultures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible work schedule with evenings/weekends.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle and laptop.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct in home & school-based clinical treatment/therapeutic counseling as appropriate to children, adolescents, and parents or guardians
• Develop treatment plans, implement interventions, review outcomes, revisit/revise strategies, and employ other methods compatible with agency principles and practices
• Engage client, supports, caregivers and other key participants in active, change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement
• Collaborate with all relevant internal/external systems/participants to ensure buy-in and cooperation, and to maximize effectiveness throughout treatment
• Link consumers to additional resources as appropriate, including schools, DFCS, medical support, etc.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts which promote peer and supervisory review and feedback
• Participate in agency staff, supervision, and external professional development opportunities to extend knowledge and remain current on best practices

Skills

2+ years counseling experience

Bilingual Spanish/English

Evidence-based treatment

Cultural sensitivity

Excellent written and spoken skills

Evenings/weekends availability

Driver's license + laptop

Education

Master's degree in counseling or social work

Georgia licensure: LMFT/LPC/LCSW or LAPC/LAMFT

Job description

Job description

Family Ties provides intensive, in home and school-based assessment, counseling and community integration services for families and children. Our mission is to assist families in the skill and resource development necessary to safely maintain children in their home. Our philosophy is that each family has the ability to address any situation they may face. We believe that with proper support, education and encouragement, families can establish goals and a value base that will guide them in their development.

Mental Health Therapist Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide direct in home & school-based clinical treatment/therapeutic counseling as appropriate to children, adolescents, and parents or guardians
• Develop treatment plans, implement interventions, review outcomes, revisit/revise strategies, and employ other methods compatible with agency principles and practices
• Engage client, supports, caregivers and other key participants in active, change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement
• Collaborate with all relevant internal/external systems/participants to ensure buy-in and cooperation, and to maximize effectiveness throughout treatment
• Link consumers to additional resources as appropriate, including schools, DFCS, medical support, etc.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts which promote peer and supervisory review and feedback
• Participate in agency staff, supervision, and external professional development opportunities to extend knowledge and remain current on best practices

Mental Health Therapist Qualifications & Skills

• Must have already completed master's degree in counseling, social work or related human services field
• Associate license (LAMFT, LAPC, LMSW) or full licensure (LMFT, LPC, LCSW) in Georgia is preferred
• Two years of community- or home-based mental health counseling experience
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus
• Training and experience in evidence-based treatment models
• Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse cultures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible work schedule with the ability to work evenings/weekends
• Valid driver's license, vehicle & laptop