Outpatient Therapist (Part Time)

Firefly Children and Family Alliance; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Firefly Children & Family Alliance in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a part-time Outpatient Therapist to support our Outpatient Services. The Therapist works to promote emotional well-being, strengthen coping skills, and improve overall functioning.

This role maintains accurate clinical documentation and ensures regulatory compliance while facilitating three evening Intensive Outpatient Treatment group sessions weekly.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy.
• 3+ years’ experience in child development, attachment issues, trauma-informed care.
• Knowledge of work with children with abuse, neglect, family dynamics.
• Current associate license toward a clinical license (LCSW/LMHC/LMFT/LCAC).
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organization & time management.

Responsibilities

• Therapy (50%): counsel a caseload of individuals, families, and groups toward treatment goals.
• Therapy Support (50%): coordinate with referral sources and complete monthly reports.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to determine level of need and intervention.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Time management

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy

Job description

Introduction

Firefly Children & Family Alliance is a nonprofit that has supported Indiana families and adults for generations. Our organization is built on the belief that giving kids and adults the chance to succeed creates stronger communities. We help Hoosiers overcome hardship and unhealthy behaviors.

Overview

Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children & Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults.

Firefly Children & Family Alliance is currently seeking a part-time Outpatient Therapist to support our Outpatient Services in Indianapolis, IN. The Therapist works collaboratively to promote emotional well-being, strengthen coping skills, and improve overall functioning. This position maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation, ensures compliance with professional and regulatory standards, and supports Firefly Children & Family Alliance's mission of empowering individuals and families to build stronger, healthier futures. This position requires facilitating three evening Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOT) group sessions per week, held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Responsibilities

Therapy (50%)

• Provide counseling support to a caseload of individuals, families, and groups working to achieve treatment goals related to healing from trauma, attaching to caregiver, or processing emotions.
• Guide clients through clear, beneficial counseling methods to accomplish client-set goals as well as our goals.
• Maintain the therapeutic standards outlined by professional degrees and licenses.

Therapy Support (50%)

• Use referral sources such as Department of Child Services and other multiple institutions related to clients.
• Complete monthly reports and documentation of all contacts with family and related familial contacts.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to determine client's level of need and best therapeutic intervention.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy.
• 3+ years’ experience in child development, attachment issues, attachment specific treatment and trauma-informed care.
• Knowledge of working with children with abuse, neglect issues, and family dynamics and basic skills in family counseling.
• Current associate license working towards a clinical license of LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAC.
• Understanding of issues facing children and families with history of abuse and neglect.
• Knowledge of family dynamics and basic skills in family counseling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organization & time management skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have valid driver's license with no more than 6 points and a valid insurance.