Clinical Therapist

SAFY of America; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

CEU reimbursement

Earned wage access

Cell phone stipend

Referral bonuses

Job summary

SAFY is seeking a full-time Clinical Therapist for the High Fidelity Wraparound program to serve children, adolescents, and adults in the Louisville area. The role focuses on diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and delivering individual and family therapy via a Wraparound framework.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field and licensure (LMFT/LPCC/LCSW/LPCA/CSW), with 2 years of youth and family treatment experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, or child & family studies is required.
• Must possess and maintain licensure LMFT/LPCC/LCSW/LPCA/CSW (may be under supervision).
• Two years of experience in providing treatment to youth and families is highly preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to serve caseload.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret assessment instruments.
• Complete diagnostic assessments.
• Develop and implement Service Plans based on assessments.
• Provide ongoing mental health/clinical services as required by contract.
• Maintain client documentation per SAFY policy and COA standards.
• Deliver services at appropriate frequency/intensity to support reunification.
• Travel to Louisville-area clients as needed; service outside Louisville as required.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in social work / counseling / psychology / sociology / child & family studies

Job description

SAFY of Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a full-time Clinical Therapist for our High Fidelity Wraparound program who will be responsible for providing a range of moderately complex clinical services (diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, interventions, individual/family therapy, etc.) with children, adolescents and identified adults for our Louisville division and surrounding areas.

High Fidelity Wraparound (Wraparound) is an evidence-based approach rated as “Promising” on the Title IV-E Prevention Clearinghouse. Wraparound centers on individualized care planning and coordination to support youth and families with complex needs. The core principles of Wraparound include family voice and choice, natural supports, team-based, collaboration, community-based services, individualized planning, strength-based approaches, persistence, outcome-based, and cultural competence. Essential to the success of Wraparound programming is ensuring staff are adequately trained, the program is sustainable, and there are adequate resources to support the needs of youth and families enrolled in the Wraparound program.

The proposed program aims to achieve the following outcomes for youth and families:

• Prevention of Foster Care Involvement: By providing targeted support, Wraparound intends to decrease the need for out-of-home placements and maintain the stability of families.
• Improved Family Functioning: Wraparound will help families develop stronger communication skills, conflict resolution techniques, and coping mechanisms to navigate challenges more effectively.
• Enhanced Youth Well-being: At-risk youth will experience improved emotional well-being, academic performance, and overall life satisfaction through the program's holistic approach.
• Strengthened Support Systems: Families will establish a robust network of community resources, professionals, and social connections to provide ongoing support beyond the program.

Who We Are

At SAFY, our mission is Preserving Families & Securing Futures. For 40 years, our work has rested on a single, radical idea – children belong in families. We believe that every child and family deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are a team of 500 employees across seven states providing services such as Family Preservation & Reunification, Behavioral Health, Therapeutic Foster Care, Adoption Services and Older Youth Services so the families and children we serve can build resilience and thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Administer scores and interpret assessment instruments.
• Complete any identified diagnostic assessments.
• Develop and implement Service Plans based on assessments.
• Provide ongoing mental health/clinical services as needed or are required by contract.
• Maintain client documentation in accordance with SAFY policy and COA standards.
• Services are provided at the level of frequency, intensity, and duration appropriate to prevent placement or achieve reunification. Services provided are tailored to each family’s needs, problems, strengths, lifestyle, and culture.
• The position will be located in Louisville, but will provide services to individuals outside the Louisville area on an as-needed basis
• Submit written reports to supervisor and other parties as required timely and accurately regarding the progress of each family’s case.
• Prepare comprehensive reports that adequately convey the necessary information to permit interpretation and decision-making.

What You Bring

We are looking for people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are inspired by our noble mission to make a difference in the lives of the children and families in our care. You’ll be right at home if you are willing to learn from successes as well as setbacks, persevere in challenges and adversity, cultivate collaborative relationships, understand and leverage diversity, advocate for equity, aspire to work inclusively, and partner to drive your work and that of your team to the next level.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, or child & family studies is required.
• Must possess and maintain the appropriate highest level of licensure required by the state - LMFT / LPCC / LCSW / LPCA / CSW (may be under supervision; supervision also available in agency).
• Two years of experience in providing treatment to youth and families is highly preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and auto insurance coverage to meet travel requirements; may require transporting youth if needed.

What We Offer Our Therapists

• Targeted hiring range: $48,000 to $70,000
  • (Compensation is commensurate with transferrable experience, education, and licensure of candidate, location of the position, along with internal equity and budgeted amount for the role.)
• Comprehensive benefit plan options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending and Health Savings account options to meet your needs
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match
• 10 paid holidays & up to 3 floating holidays per year, generous sick & vacation time and an additional day off for your birthday
• All regular full and part time staff are eligible for quarterly and/or annual bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 each year
• CEU Reimbursement up to $1,000 each year
• On demand access to earned wages through Zayzoon
• Gain leadership skills, develop your clinical expertise, or earn CEUs with access to over 1,000 courses on our learning platform or through our talented in-house training department
• Clinical Supervision Reimbursement up to $300 per month
• Employee Assistance Program with 6 free visits per year
• Free Financial Advisor Services
• Support Services for alternative Health Insurance and benefit credit reimbursement options
• Employee and Foster Parent Referral bonus program
• Leave donation program
• Adoption Assistance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Your choice of company paid cell phone or phone stipend

SAFY is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. SAFY does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, arrest record, conviction record, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of SAFY, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and administering all personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs or terminations.