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  MULTISYSTEMIC THERAPY (MST) THERAPIST

  The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Houston, TX, USA

  Under the general direction of the Juvenile Probation Department MST Supervisor and The Harris Center’s Director of Children Services, the MST Therapist interfaces with juveniles in a placement facility/detention center or community based site. The MST Therapist provides direct clinical treatment to assigned family using methods compatible with Multisystemic Therapy (MST) principles and practices. MST is a well-researched community-based treatment model directed at youth involved in criminal activity and their families. Interested persons may locate information about this treatment model on the internet at www.mstservices.com . This position involves working with potentially aggressive youthful offenders. 2 years’ experience post graduate experience working in a clinical setting, which at least one year includes working with families. Applicants may substitute one (1) year of postmasters experience with at least two (2) semester of internship in the psychological and social services unit of Harris County Juvenile Probation or Harris County Children’s Forensic Unit. Must be familiar with local behavioral health providers and hospitals in the area served by the Agency. Must have strong diagnostic skills, the ability to incorporate patient history, symptoms, environmental and related issues to formulate proper diagnosis and treatment. Must have strong communication skills, listening and interpersonal skills. Written documentation must be clear, concise, and well-constructed. Must be able to work respectfully and maintain professional boundaries with other disciplines. Must have effective time management and organizational skills. Must be able to enter required documentation into a database and online medical record. Must possess a basic or thorough knowledge of the following: family systems theory, behavioral therapy, programmatic family therapy. Must demonstrate a direct use of programmatic (i.e. structural, strategic & functional) family therapies, as well as a marital therapy using behavioral based approaches. Valid Driver’s License is required. This position has extensive travel, on call, and on call weekend coverage required. Must be available to provide 24 hour call support. MS/MA from an accredited college or university in clinical or counseling psychology, social work and/or marriage and family is required; or Licensed Master’s Social work preferred. Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent.  

  Mar 27, 2020
• Full time

   

  MST Therapist

  Intergrated Family Services, LLC 3604 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, USA

  Become an MST superhero and do whatever it takes to make an impact on the lives of youth!   Make a real and lasting difference in the life of a youth and their family by joining Integrated Family Services, LLC as an MST Therapist, implementing an evidence-based therapy model for high risk youth that has proven results for families and communities. As a therapist, you’ll work with youth, their families, their communities, and other key members of their ecology to implement the MST treatment model, guided by 9 treatment principles that have demonstrated consistent and long-lasting effects – kids treated with MST have had 54% fewer rearrests, 75% fewer violent felony arrests, and 54% fewer out-of-home placements than traditional correction methods. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career that will achieve lasting impact, apply to become an MST therapist at Integrated Family Services, LLC.   MST currently operates in 34 states and 15 countries with 2,500+ clinicians. Over 200,000 families have been positively impacted by MST. With 60+ studies, MST features the largest body of evidence, by far, of successful interventions for high risk youth. For more information on the MST model and its impact, visit mstservices.com and IntegratedFamilyServices.org.   Position: MST Therapist   Position Summary: Join a small team of dedicated therapists who work in the community to address juvenile delinquent behaviors. As an MST therapist you will carry 5-6 cases at a time, working not only with youth but with their family and peers as well to achieve lasting outcomes. You will empower families to address problematic behavior and will help youths make life-transforming changes.   Education Requirements: Generally, we require a masters’ degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or a related subject area. However, if you have a related bachelor’s degree and have extensive experience in treating serious antisocial behavior in youth, we would love to receive your application as well!   Why You Should Apply: Earn a competitive salary dependent upon degree level and licensure status Receive extensive training and support in learning and implementing the MST model, surrounded by a support network of supervisors and coaches both within your agency and at the larger MST Network level as well Work with passionate and dedicated therapists who, like yourself, are willing to do whatever it takes to make a difference in the life of a youth Embark on a career in which you can go to work every day knowing that you are making an impact – MST’s results have been proven in over 60 studies!   Job Responsibilities Conduct MST assessments including review of referral information, identifying and engaging key participants, identifying systemic strengths and weaknesses, and developing an analysis of the fit of problem behaviors within the ecological context. Engage primary caregiver and other key participants in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement. Implement a problem conceptualization, treatment planning, intervention implementation, case outcome review, and strategy revision procedure using the MST Analytic Process. Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts that promote peer and supervisory review and feedback, and that demonstrate compliance with the 9 MST Principles and the MST Analytic Process. Engage and collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system, to maintain alignment throughout MST treatment. Provide direct clinical treatment using methods compatible with MST principles and practices. Participate in all MST training, supervision and consultation activities.   Preferred Experience: Direct use of pragmatic (i.e. structural, strategic and functional) family therapies Individual therapy with children and adults using cognitive behavioral techniques Marital therapy using behaviorally-based approaches Behavioral therapy targeting school behavior and academic performance Implementation of interventions within or between systems in the youth’s natural ecology that affect or influence the behavior of youth (i.e. family, peer, school, and neighborhood) Collaboration and partnership with community agencies Previous work providing in-home or community-based therapy services   Preferred Knowledge: Family systems theory and application Social ecological theory and application Behavioral therapies theory and application Cognitive-behavioral therapy theory and application Pragmatic family therapies theory and application Child development research and its application in treatment Social skills assessment and intervention

  Mar 26, 2020
• Full time

   

  Program Manager- MST Building Stronger Families - New Britain

  Wheeler Clinic New Britain, CT, USA

    POSITION SUMMARY The Program Manager oversees the overall programmatic functions, administrative functions and oversight of daily activities, including clinical supervision of staff and the program budget. The Program Manager provides leadership, motivation and support to staff, manages the referrals, admission and discharge process for the program, and ensures the integrity of the program model.   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Counseling, or other human services, license eligible related field, with at least 3 years post graduate experience is required.   Licensure Requirements for Clinical Positions Credential(s) Required: Connecticut License   LOCATION New Britain, CT   SCHEDULE Full time   EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Wheeler Clinic offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including: - For Good Health - Anthem Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance - Health Savings Account (HSA), with company contribution - Wellness Programs - Free annual flu shots - For a Secure Future - Company paid Life and AD&D insurance - Company paid long-term disability insurance - For Retirement - 403(b) Plan, with clinic contributions for eligible employees - For Career Advancement - Education Reimbursement Program - Training and development opportunities - For Work Life Balance - Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal leave - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free and confidential counseling - Employee discounts at local spa and on cell phone services   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides clinical oversight and leadership to programs within the department.  Implementing, promoting, and sustaining evidenced based and best practice models of prevention, intervention, and treatment.   Provides consistent supervision and crisis support to staff. Assists with budget development and manages financial performance of programs to produce positive bottom lines, to enable support of new program initiatives.   Recruits program staff and address retention and disciplinary action as needed in accordance with HR policy.   Works with Director/Associate Director to develop, monitor, and analyze clinical and program performance and outcomes and develops and monitors quality improvement program goals. Interfaces and collaborates with funders and other community providers to provide positive system development for youth and families, and to promote Wheeler Clinic's reputation as a quality service provider. Ensures program compliance with accurate and timely weekly, monthly and/or quarterly data collection and submission requirements. Serves as role model for staff to promote strong work ethic and adherence to model specific approaches.   Creates and implements program development initiatives in collaboration with Director/Associate Director. Ensures that staff provides culturally competent care and maintains sensitivity to and respect for clients' cultural traditions, values, and beliefs.   Leads weekly staff meetings and provides regularly scheduled supervision to clinicians, case managers, or other program staff as assigned consistent with the program model.      Maintains required Connecticut state licenses, certifications, attends required clinical training seminars, and assists with arranging and monitoring the staff training schedule to ensure that training needs are being met. Provides coverage for staff responsibilities and 24 hour clinical and program on-call coverage in accordance with departmental program practices.   Carries a clinical caseload when needed or appropriate, submits all required documentation and reports in a timely manner, and participates in and promotes quality improvement and outcome measurement activities. Reports child abuse/neglect as mandated, adheres to confidentiality guidelines and ensures that the program meets all necessary licensing, regulatory, and accreditation standards, as related to the program, staff, records, facility, and care of youth.   Monitors staff time and signs off on e-time for supervisees.   Oversees the orientation of new staff.   Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.  

  Mar 26, 2020
• Full time

   

  In-Home Family Therapist Supervisor

  Home of the Innocents Home of the Innocents, East Market Street, Louisville, KY, USA

  Position is eligible for $5,000.00 sign-on bonus . Become an In-Home Family Therapist Supervisor and do whatever it takes to make an impact on the lives of youth! Looking for a career where you’ll empower families and help youth make life-transforming changes? Make a real and lasting different in the life of a youth and their family by joining Home of the Innocents as an In-Home Family Therapist Supervisor, implementing an evidence-based therapy model for high risk youth that has proven results for families and communities. As a therapist, you’ll work with youth, their families, their communities, and other key members of their ecology to implement the MST treatment model, guided by 9 treatment principles that have demonstrated consistent and long-lasting effects – kids treated with MST have had 54% fewer rearrests, 75% fewer violent felony arrests, and 54% fewer out-of-home placements than traditional correction methods! If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career that will achieve lasting impact, apply to become and In-Home Family Therapist Supervisor at Home of the Innocents in Louisville, KY.   MST Currently operates in 34 states and 15 countries with 2,500+ clinicians. Over 200,000 families have been positively impacted by MST. With 60+ studies, MST features the largest body of evidence, by far, of successful interventions for high risk youth. For more information on the MST model and its impact, visit mstservices.com.   Home of the Innocents enriches the lives of children and families with hope, health, and happiness. Our main campus is housed in the heart of Louisville on a 20-acre village, providing sufficient space and amenities to enable the Home to accommodate the needs of our community’s vulnerable children. As the Home now approaches one-and-a-half centuries of providing care, hope, and love for our society’s most vulnerable, we now offer care and assistance to over 6,000 children and families each year.   Apply now to join an innovative, supportive team and begin a rewarding journey making an impact on the lives of our future!   Job Description   This position is responsible for supervising a team of therapists and providing Multisystemic Therapy (MST) to youth ages 12 to 17 that display serious antisocial behaviors and are at-risk of placement out of the home due to their behaviors. You will empower families to address problematic behavior and will help youth make life-transforming changes. Additionally, you will empower clinicians to provide evidence-based treatment to youth and families. Duties & Responsibilities Supervise a team of 3 therapists, who will carry 4-5 families at a time. Works with team to manage case loads and referrals. Conduct weekly group supervision and training for team and individual supervision as needed. Carry a caseload of 1-2 families at a time. Intensive treatment requires therapist to meet with each family at least 3 times per week. Develops individualized treatment plans for each family. On-going assessments and reviews of treatment progress are performed on a regular basis. Families are seen in their homes and communities with collaboration from all relevant individuals in the families’ life. Completes all documentation that supports provision and progression of services. Provides clinical input and recommendations in a treatment team setting. May assist with transportation of clients, as needed. Provides on-call support for team members on a rotating basis with team members. Collaborates with external agencies, internal departments, and MST expert regarding MST program development and services provided. Qualifications Master’s degree in clinical or counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a related subject area required. Independent licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, etc. in the state of KY preferred. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to transport multiple clients at once. Must live within a reasonable distance to designated service area. Preferred Experience Individual and family therapies with children and adults using cognitive behavioral and other research-based techniques Collaboration with community agencies Previous work providing in-home and/or community-based therapy services Preferred Knowledge Family Systems Behavioral Therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Mental and behavioral health diagnoses and interventions Social skills assessment and intervention  Working conditions Flexible working conditions – works in an office as well as community settings (e.g., social service agencies, DCBS offices, courts, client homes) Subject to frequent interruptions Travel required to client homes and throughout the community Flexible schedule based on client need and therapist availability Part of program’s on-call rotation Involvement with community/civic health matters/projects, as appropriate Physical requirements Flexible working conditions require ability to move intermittently throughout the workday Position has some unusual physical demands, including exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients or their families Must be able to see and hear or use adaptive equipment that enable these senses to function to ensure the requirements of this position can be fully met May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of clients during emergency situations   Benefits Competitive salaries based on experience Option for FREE health insurance (single coverage, employee only) Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance options Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts options Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance 401k/retirement plan options Up to 25-30 paid days off per year Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program Mileage reimbursement Paid training days On-Site Fitness Center Wellness Incentives   Direct Reports In-Home Family Therapists License Required Yes Degree Required Masters    

  Mar 25, 2020