Functional Family Specialist -Tama or Marshall County

Four Oaks Family And Childrens Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401k Retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Paid leave

7 Paid holidays

Flexible Work Schedule

Business casual work environment

Educational discounts

Job summary

Four Oaks Family And Childrens Services in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Functional Family Specialist to assess client interactions, formulate interventions based on the treatment plan, and evaluate progress, providing direct care in home settings.

The role uses the Functional Family Therapy model for families with adolescents aged 10–18, handles 10–15 families for 8–26 weeks, and requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; prior therapy experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, human services, criminal justice or related field.
• Prior experience in family therapy or youth services is preferable but not required.
• Ability to coordinate with schools, medical and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide a minimum of one-hour weekly, home-based family therapy sessions.
• Manage a caseload of 10–15 families for 8–26 weeks.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and monitor progress.
• Coordinate discharge planning and documentation; collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Family therapy

Youth services

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

What you will do?As the Functional Family Specialist you will be responsible for assessing client interactions, formulating interventions based on the identified treatment plan, evaluating the progress of treatment goals and providing direct care services. The position will be assigned to the 2nd judicial district cases. Specific responsibilities include:Direct ServicesProvide a minimum of one-hour weekly, home-based family therapy sessions to clientsUtilize the Functional Family Therapy model with families who have adolescents between the ages of 10 and 18.Hande a caseload of 10 to 15 families, providing services anywhere from eight to 26 weeks.Maintain flexibility in schedule to meet families when they are available.Case Management ImplementationFacilitate community resource planning, case progress evaluation & permanency planning.Participate in discharge planning & documentation.Interface with school, medical & psychiatric contacts, referring worker and collaterals.Collaborate with stakeholders for case management.Why work here?Four Oaks understands the importance of supporting and treating one another as if they were our own family members. We believe in maintaining a healthy work/life balance while providing career paths for everyone. Our organization flourishes in an environment of equal opportunity and fair treatment for all. The effects of diversity and inclusion have created an atmosphere of positivity which connects us to the customers we serve. As a valued team member, you are eligible for:Medical, dental & vision insurance401k Retirement planGrowth & Advancement opportunitiesExcellent paid leave time package7 Paid holidaysFlexible Work ScheduleBusiness casual work environmentEducational discountsFitness Center DiscountsWhat you need:A Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, human services, criminal justice or a related field is needed for this position. Prior experience in family therapy or youth services preferable but, not required.