FFT Therapist - Functional Family Therapy (Home-Based)

Rising Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Rising Ground in New York City is seeking an FFT Therapist to deliver Functional Family Therapy to youth and their families, primarily in home settings. The role focuses on engaging families referred by ACS, using evidence-based methods to assess and treat complex needs.

You will collaborate with schools and child welfare facilities, participate in training, and provide services with a flexible schedule, including some evenings. A master’s degree in a relevant field is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a discipline leading to licensure (social work, mental health counseling, psychology).
• Strong written and oral communication; proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong time management; able to meet deadlines with competing priorities.
• Culturally aware and sensitive to diverse client backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Review referrals, engage key participants, assess family strengths and needs.
• Engage caregivers and participants to overcome barriers to participation.
• Use FFT Analytic Process to understand problems, plan and deliver treatment, review outcomes, and adjust strategies.
• Document treatment clearly to show adherence and support review.
• Collaborate with systems and participants to build support and cooperation.
• Participate in FFT program training, supervision, and consultation.
• Provide home-based clinical treatment to youth and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Cultural sensitivity

Bilingual (Spanish or French/Creole)

Education

Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rising Ground in New York City is seeking an FFT Therapist to deliver Functional Family Therapy to youth and their families, primarily in home settings. The role focuses on engaging families referred by ACS, using evidence-based methods to assess and treat complex needs.

You will collaborate with schools and child welfare facilities, participate in training, and provide services with a flexible schedule, including some evenings. A master’s degree in a relevant field is required.