Family Therapist/Counselor - $1,000 Sign On Bonus

Southwest Key Programs; Ocala (FL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service provider in Florida is looking for a Functional Family Therapist to provide home-based family therapy to clients. This role requires a master's degree in a relevant field and at least two years of experience in family services. The position demands flexibility, as therapy sessions may occur during unconventional hours. Candidates should possess strong clinical skills and the ability to work with families in their own homes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or marriage and family therapy.
• Two years of experience in children and family services required.
• License eligible in respective field (LPC, LCSW, LMFT).

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based functional family therapy.
• Carry caseload as assigned.
• Participate in FFT training and consultation.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Clinical skills

Ability to adapt interventions

Flexibility in scheduling

Time management

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Summary:

The Functional Family Therapist is responsible for providing, at minimum, weekly one-hour, home-based family therapy sessions to clients. The Functional Family Therapist must maintain a flexible work schedule that may include working hours other than regular work schedule and weekends and holidays.

Essential Functions:

• Carry caseload as assigned.
• Provide home-based functional family therapy to families.
• Actively participate as part of the therapy team.
• Participate in on going FFT training and consultation
• Assist families by actively referring them to appropriate services and supports.
• Assist families with both clinical and concrete services.
• Perform basic accountability tasks related to the job, which include compiling and maintain all necessary records.
• Regular and punctual attendance.

Other Functions:

Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, social work or other relevant human service profession with two (2) years' experience in children and family services.
• Licensed or license eligible in respective field (to include, but not limited to: LPC, LCSW, LMFT).
• Ability and willingness to work with families in their own homes
• Flexibility to work when families are available.
• Very good interpersonal communication skills
• Strong clinical skills
• Ability to adapt and individualize program interventions to utilize family strengths and skills.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to remain flexible and work with multiple and changing priorities when necessary.
• Valid Driver's License, maintain current insurance and registration and clear driving record.
• Clear result from a criminal background check by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice.
• Clear drug screen results from the organization's designated medical facility.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to obtain First Aid Certification (CPR). Must be able to verify client's whereabouts by driving, sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time. Daily use of various office equipment. Bending, stooping, climbing up stairs and lifting up to 15 lbs. required to complete daily tasks.

Work Environment:

This is a program which requires daily contact with clients in their homes, and other community based settings at varying hours of the day including evening and night hours. Remote work (personal home office) setting is required to be provided by staff at their own expense. Staff must be able to maintain confidentiality of client records in their home office and must be able to participate in confidential conversations in this work environment. Work environment must be conducive to productivity and confidentiality with limited distractions. Work environment must be able to be monitored by supervisor periodically to ensure appropriate confidentiality of client records and work products. Work shifts are subject to change. Staff will be required to maintain their personal vehicle in good working order and may require extended periods of time in an automobile. Exposed to prevalent weather conditions.

Compliance Agreement:

I have read the above and understand that it is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for performing this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. I understand that reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. I also understand that my job description is subject to change and that this description does not preclude my supervisor's authority to add or change duties or responsibilities.