Nassau County Juvenile Justice Services: MDFT Therapist

Hope For Youth, Inc; Town of Hempstead (NY); Hybrid; USD 1 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Robust supervision and training

MDDFT certification training

Pension and tuition assistance

Job summary

Hope For Youth, Inc. is seeking a compassionate MDFT Therapist for the Juvenile Justice Services Program in Amityville, NY. The role entails a 35-hour workweek, full-time hours, and a flexible/hybrid schedule to support up to 40 referred youths annually.

You will provide MDFT-based therapy, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to reduce behavioral challenges and substance use, while completing accurate documentation and pursuing MDFT certifications.

Qualifications

• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT license is required.
• At least 1 year of experience with children/adolescents.
• Bilingual in English & Spanish is required.
• Valid NYS Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and MS Office.
• Physical requirements: read/write reports and clients' records.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of up to 10 clients with MDFT therapy.
• Developing clinical treatment plans from assessments and intakes.
• Delivering individual and family MDFT sessions.
• Providing trauma-informed care in homes, community, and office.
• Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.
• Completing timely case documentation and EMR entries.
• Engaging in MDFT and related evidence-based trainings.

Skills

Bilingual English & Spanish

Education

LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT (Required)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're Hiring: MDFT Therapist (Juvenile Justice Services Program)

Amityville, NY | Full-Time | 35-hour workweek | Flexible/Hybrid Schedule

For over 50 years, Hope For Youth has provided life-changing services to children, youth, and families across Long Island. We are seeking a compassionate and committed Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) Therapist to join our Juvenile Justice Services Program - a family-focused, evidence-based intervention designed to transform lives and reduce recidivism.

About The Program

The Juvenile Justice Services Program supports up to 40 youth annually-referred by the Nassau County Probation Department-including PINS, JD-RTA, and Adolescent Offenders. Using the SAMHSA-approved MDFT model, we provide clinical treatment to address substance abuse, behavioral challenges, and family dynamics.

Responsibilities

As an MDFT Therapist, you will carry a caseload of up to 10 clients and be responsible for:

• Developing clinical treatment plans based on assessments and intakes.
• Providing individual and family therapy using the MDFT model.
• Delivering trauma-informed care in homes, the community, and office settings.
• Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.
• Attending required training and professional development in MDFT and other evidence-based models.
• Completing case documentation and electronic medical records accurately and timely.
• Performing other duties to meet client, agency, and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT (Required)
• At least 1 year of experience working with children/adolescents
• Bilingual in English & Spanish (Required)
• Valid NYS Driver's License in good standing and access to a reliable vehicle
• Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office
• Physical Requirements: read/write reports and log entries, walking/standing/sitting for prolonged periods, bending/stooping, kneeling/squatting, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, repetitive wrist/finger movements

Why Hope For Youth?

• Mission-driven organization making a lasting impact
• Supportive team environment with robust supervision and training
• Access to MDFT certification and other evidence-based practice training
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 91% employer-paid medical premiums
• Agency-funded pension, tuition assistance, and more!

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more.

Here are some of the other benefits of working for Hope for Youth.

• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!
• Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers
• Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging
• Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities
• Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance
• Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Special Events and Recognition Awards
• Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within
• Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision - HRA with HSA and Co-pay options available.
• 91% Employer-paid medical premiums
• Generous paid time off
• Agency-funded Pension Plan
• Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, Aflac
• Agency-paid life insurance and disability, and for some positions, long-term disability

Hope For Youth, Inc. is an equalopportunity employer. All offers must be made contingent and once a contingent offer has been accepted, all processing must note the contingency throughout the process.

Learn more about Hope for Youth at: http://www.hfyny.org

Additional Pay Range Information

The salary range and/or hourly rate range listed for this position is a good faith determination of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, licensing, certifications, other credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity, etc.)

Salary: $1 - $65000 per year