15 MST Therapist jobs

Do you have the heart, desire and passion along with the knowledge, skills and abilities it takes to help children, families and individuals who are struggling with behavioral or mental health disorders? Are you a team player, understanding the holistic approach and the importance of communication and collaboration? Do you want to become part of an organization that cares about your personal and professional growth?   If you have answered YES to these three questions, then we should have a conversation! As a leader in the area of mental health and behavioral health services, Family Preservation Services of Virginia, with the support and collective expertise of our global parent company, Pathways, will continue our commitment to promoting positive change in the individuals, families and communities we impact each day. Summary: Multisystemic Therapy (MST) Clinician (www.mstservices.com) for Family Preservation Services, Inc.  Grow your career, be challenged and realize the potential in yourself and others around you!  If you are passionate about serving youth and families in their homes, have superior interpersonal, & open communication skills, desire to work in an environment with constructive oversight & focus on successful outcomes, we want you! If you are positive, vibrant, flexible, and compassionate, we want you! We are seeking an individual with mental health clinical training and experience to implement  Multisystemic Therapy (MST). MST  is a top researched community-based intervention model directed at families with youth ages 12 through 17 years old where there is involvement in the juvenile justice system. More information on this treatment model may be found here: www.mstservices.com . Duties include assessment, treatment, documentation, and collaboration with caregivers, families, youth, and community stakeholders. You will function as part of a  MST  team and will participate in weekly team supervision and consultation. Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule based on families’ availability. Specific experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy including trauma treatment, Structural Family Therapy, Strategic Family Therapy, and behaviorally-based treatments preferred. Master's in mental health or related field required; This is a full-time position with competitive benefits, including opportunities for thorough training in this highly researched evidence-based model.    If you want to impact change and do it effectively, if you want excellent training, licensure opportunities, effective and meaningful supervision, to gain clinical experiences and skills, please apply! EXPECT TO BE CHALLENGED, DEVELOPED, AND EXCITED, BOTH PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY!   Education Requirement: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or a related subject area. Persons with a related bachelor’s degree and significant clinical experience in treating court-involved youth may also qualify at the discretion of the agency.   Preferred Experience: Direct use of pragmatic (i.e. structural, strategic and functional) family therapies Individual interventions with children and adults using cognitive behavioral techniques Marital interventions using behaviorally-based approaches Behavioral interventions 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 mental health 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   Job Responsibilities: Conduct MST assessment 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. Ability to 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.   Base salary range: $43,000-$48,000, commensurate with experience.   Since our inception in 1992, Family Preservation Services (FPS) of Virginia has been a leader and innovator in the development of community-based services here in the Commonwealth of Virginia. FPS of Virginia currently operates 30 office sites, each designed to meet the unique needs of each community through the integration and use of evidence based and trauma-informed practices. With more than 900 employees servicing more than 3,000 individuals and families each year, FPS is the largest private provider of community based services in Virginia. FPS is committed to creating the best possible work environment for our team members and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSAs, vacation, sick, basic and optional life insurance, EAP, 401k Plan where the company matches 50% of the first 6% of eligible compensation up to an annual maximum of $750.  FPS is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

Company Overview Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.    If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.   Position Overview Carries a caseload of 4-5 families.  Intensive treatment requires counselor to meet with each family at least three times per week.  Develops individualized treatment plans for each case.  Ongoing assessments and reviews of treatment progress are performed on a regular basis Documents all sessions within a pre-established cycle time.  Documentation is web-based and most locations provide voice-recognition technology. Maintains on-call availability to clients during the week.  Counselors rotate on-call availability on weekends, requiring approximately one on-call weekend per month. Drive up to 60-80 miles to meet with families in the home Counselors provide treatment in individual families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities Works closely with multiple types of clinical supervision provided in individual and group settings led by trained and licensed MST professionals.  Review of progress generally occurs at frequent intervals. Develops strong community relationships and resources with which to provide families as part of treatment.   Additional Information Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance. Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage   Qualifications for Family Counselors It is Youth Villages’ policy to hire only counselors that meet the Qualified Professional standard in the state of North Carolina. Please refer to the requirements below to ensure that your education and experience qualify you for the position to which you are applying.   Master’s Degree Applicants: Must possess degree at time of application Degree must be in a related field of study (refer to list below) Must have one year, post-graduation, full-time experience (2,000 hours) with designated population (refer to list below)   Bachelor’s Degree Applicants: Must possess degree at time of application Degree must be in a related field of study (refer to list below) Must have two years, post-graduation, full-time experience (4,000 hours) with designated population (refer to list below) Licensed Applicants: Must hold one of the following licenses in the state of North Carolina: LPCA, LMFTA, LCSWA, LPA, or LCSASA   Degrees Accepted: Social Work Counseling Psychology Criminal Justice Marriage and Family Therapy Exceptions may be made for other degrees in a behavioral science that includes a minimum of 30 semester hours in human development, human behavior, child development, family intervention technique, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques.   Experience Accepted: Experience must be with at-risk youth, i.e., youth with one or more of the following behaviors: Truancy, Alcohol/Substance Abuse, Homicidal/Suicidal Ideations, Problem Sexual Behavior, Verbal/Physical Aggression, Runaway, Antisocial Behaviors Experience should include clinical case management or practice of therapeutic interventions Other Skills Required: Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills Exceptional time-management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Experience doing family therapy or providing MST services is a plus   Experience growth and development through our continuous training, as well as tuition and licensure reimbursement, or pursue opportunities to advance both clinically and administratively with Youth Villages.   Additional Benefits   Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision Retirement Savings Pension Plan 403 (b) 2 weeks paid vacation 12 paid sick days per year 10 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)   EOE

A highly successful program needs a Therapist   Community Solutions, Inc is seeking dynamic clinicians to provide an in-home service, entitled Multisystemic Therapy (MST) in Wayne County.  This program is targeted to helping at-risk adolescents improve their behaviors and reduce their possibility of being placed out of the home. MST is a highly researched, community based program with many years of successful outcomes.  Community Solutions (CSI) is one of the largest nationally licensed providers of Multisystemic Therapy.  CSI has seen success with MST for over 15 years, expanding into 7 states.  CSI came to PA seventeen years ago and has seen continuous success and growth, now servicing 13 counties.     MST is effective in changing the behaviors of adolescents and in turn creating hope for juveniles and their families struggling in the juvenile justice and child welfare system.  This position allows therapists to work with the multiple systems of the child, including the individual, family, schools, peers and community.  As the therapist is able to work within the natural ecology of the youth, clinicians are able to create long lasting change for the family.  MST provides intensive training and supervision to ensure the best outcomes.  This program is the epitome of team work.  Therapist work individually with families, but have the support of their entire team To learn more about the therapy model log onto www.mstservices.com .   Qualifications A Master’s degree in Social Services or related field preferred, plus two (2) years of clinical experience. Candidates with a Bachelor degree and three (3) years clinical experience accepted. Social Work or other clinical license is preferred. Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.   BENEFITS: Competitive Salary plus options for incentive pay Mileage reimbursement Reimbursement for tuition and licensure supervision is being offered Medical / Dental Insurance Two (2) weeks of vacation accrued within the first year, bumped to three (3) week accrual after 1 year of service. Sick and disability time (accrual based) Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Voluntary 401(k) retirement savings plan, with up to a 4% employer match contribution Community Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/Disabled/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

A highly successful program needs a Bi Lingual Therapist - Sign on bonus being offered.   Community Solutions, Inc is seeking dynamic clinicians to provide an in-home service, entitled Multisystemic Therapy (MST) in Berks County.  This program is targeted to helping at-risk adolescents improve their behaviors and reduce their possibility of being placed out of the home. MST is a highly researched, community based program with many years of successful outcomes.  Community Solutions (CSI) is one of the largest nationally licensed providers of Multisystemic Therapy.  CSI has seen success with MST for over 15 years, expanding into 7 states.  CSI came to PA seventeen years ago and has seen continuous success and growth, now servicing 13 counties.     MST is effective in changing the behaviors of adolescents and in turn creating hope for juveniles and their families struggling in the juvenile justice and child welfare system.  This position allows therapists to work with the multiple systems of the child, including the individual, family, schools, peers and community.  As the therapist is able to work within the natural ecology of the youth, clinicians are able to create long lasting change for the family.  MST provides intensive training and supervision to ensure the best outcomes.  This program is the epitome of team work.  Therapist work individually with families, but have the support of their entire team To learn more about the therapy model log onto www.mstservices.com .   Qualifications A Master’s degree in Social Services or related field preferred, plus two (2) years of clinical experience. Candidates with a Bachelor degree and three (3) years clinical experience accepted. Social Work or other clinical license is preferred. Bi Lingual Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.   BENEFITS: $1500 sign on bonus (paid out over 4 quarters) Competitive Salary Mileage reimbursement Reimbursement for tuition and licensure supervision is being offered Medical / Dental Insurance Two (2) weeks of vacation accrued within the first year, bumped to three (3) week accrual after 1 year of service. Sick and disability time (accrual based) Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Voluntary 401(k) retirement savings plan, with up to a 4% employer match contribution Community Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/Disabled/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

A highly successful program needs a Therapist. Community Solutions, Inc is seeking dynamic clinicians to provide an in-home service, entitled Multisystemic Therapy (MST) in Lycoming Counties. This program is targeted to helping at-risk adolescents improve their behaviors and reduce their possibility of being placed out of the home. MST is a highly researched, community based program with many years of successful outcomes. Community Solutions (CSI) is one of the largest nationally licensed providers of Multisystemic Therapy. CSI has seen success with MST for over 15 years, expanding into 7 states. CSI came to PA sixteen years ago and has seen continuous success and growth, now servicing 13 counties. MST is effective in changing the behaviors of adolescents and in turn creating hope for juveniles and their families struggling in the juvenile justice and child welfare system. This position allows therapists to work with the multiple systems of the child, including the individual, family, schools, peers and community. As the therapist is able to work within the natural ecology of the youth, clinicians are able to create long lasting change for the family. MST provides intensive training and supervision to ensure the best outcomes. This program is the epitome of team work. Therapist work individually with families, but have the support of their entire team. Qualifications A Master’s degree in Social Services or related field, plus two (2) years of work experience in social work or clinical treatment. Social Work or other clinical license is preferred. Valid drivers license and reliable transportation. BENEFITS: Competitive Salary Mileage reimbursement Reimbursement for tuition and licensure supervision is being offered Medical / Dental Insurance Two (2) weeks of vacation accrued within the first year, bumped to three (3) week accrual after 1 year of service. Sick and disability time (accrual based) Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Voluntary 401(k) retirement savings plan, with up to a 4% employer match contribution Community Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/Disabled/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Duties/Description: This program targets delinquent youth in Stark County with mental health issues and Problem Sexual Behaviors (PSB) and their families using the evidenced-based nine (9) Multisystemic Therapy (MST) Principles.  Clinicians focus on promoting behavior change in the youth's natural environment by providing intensive, home-based individualized services while working with low caseloads.  Services are provided in accordance with federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the agency such as COA, OhioMHAS, StarkMHAR, and AAS. Great Team Atmosphere Week long MST training (an evidence-based treatment recognized around the world) within first 3 months on the job Quarterly booster trainings which include at minimum 16 hours of free CEU’s per year High level of supervision and team support Strength based approach utilized to help families get change quickly (treatment is 4-7 months) Non-traditional schedule, including on-call Small case load, 4-6 families at one time Encourage work/life balance, reasonable productivity requirements Excellent benefits   Skills and Experience: Candidates must have a current, unencumbered LSW, LPC or MFT licensure in the state of Ohio. Demonstrated ability to meet direct service position requirements              Experience participating on and interacting with a team    Ability to work within a structured environment to ensure adherence to the evidence-based MST-PSB model Ability to engage a wide range of clients and parents, including those from diverse populations, and those uncertain about the value and/or necessity of MH services. Ability to work effectively with other professionals both within and outside the mental health profession. Must be culturally competent and willing to work with clients and families within various and diverse populations.   Salary Range/Compensation:          Based upon licensure status and experience.   Hours:                                               Full-time. Some evening/weekend hours required.   Send Résumé/Apply By:                    Send resume and cover letter by: Ongoing until position is filled   To:                 Email: mfrazier@childandadolescent.org                         Website:  www.childandadolescent.org

Job Duties/Description: This program targets delinquent youth with mental health issues and their families using the evidenced-based nine (9) MST Principles.  Clinicians focus on promoting behavior change in the youth's natural environment by providing intensive, home-based individualized services while working with low caseloads.  Services are provided in accordance with federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the agency such as COA, OhioMHAS, StarkMHAR, and AAS. Great Team Atmosphere Week long MST training (an evidence-based treatment recognized around the world) within first 3 months on the job Quarterly booster trainings which include at minimum 16 hours of free CEU’s per year High level of supervision and team support Strength based approach utilized to help families get change quickly (treatment is 3-5 months) Non-traditional schedule, including on-call Small case load, 4-6 families at one time Encourage work/life balance, reasonable productivity requirements Excellent benefits   Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:    Candidates must have a current, unencumbered LSW, LPC or MFT licensure in the state of Ohio. Demonstrated ability to meet direct service position requirements              Experience participating on and interacting with a team    Ability to work within a structured environment to ensure adherence to the evidence- based MST model Ability to engage a wide range of clients and parents, including those from diverse populations, and those uncertain about the value and/or necessity of MH services. Ability to work effectively with other professionals both within and outside the mental health profession. Must be culturally competent and willing to work with clients and families within various and diverse populations.   Salary Range/Compensation:          Based upon licensure status and experience.   Hours:                                                    Full-time. Some evening/weekend hours required.   Send Résumé/Apply By:                   S end resume and cover letter by: Ongoing until position is filled  

Vera French is bringing highly acclaimed Multisystemic Therapy (MST) to Iowa and you can be a part of this ground-breaking, best-in-class treatment solution for at-risk youth and their families! Summary of Position:   Conduct MST assessments including review of referrals, key participants, systemic strengths and weaknesses and analysis of the driving factors maintaining the problem behaviors Engage primary caregiver and other key participants in proactive change-oriented treatment Participate in weekly team supervision and consultation Develop therapeutic, working relationships with youth and their families Provide outcome-oriented clinical treatment using proven methods compatible with MST principles and practices Provide parent education, coaching and training as indicated by MST model Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum of a Master’s degree Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field required Clinically licensed in the State of Iowa Experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and behaviorally-based treatments preferred Previous experience working with at-risk youth and their families Experience with family therapy or providing MST services a plus Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule based on families’ availability JOIN OUR TEAM! We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including: Paid Holiday, Vacation & Sick Leave Group Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) with employer contribution & matching Tuition & Loan Reimbursement Program Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD & AFLAC Opportunities for CEU’s To learn more about Vera French Community Mental Health Center  click here!

Education Requirement: Masters degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or a related subject area.    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 Substance abuse treatment for adults and children using behaviorally-based approaches Behavioral therapy targeting behavioral change in children at home and school Trauma treatment for adults and children using exposure, cognitive therapies, and stress inoculation training 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) Assessment of Substance Abuse Assessment of suicidality and crisis intervention   Preferred Knowledge: Family systems theory and application Social ecological theory and application Behavioral therapies theory and application Cognitive-behavioral therapy theory and application particularly in the areas of trauma treatment and anger management Pragmatic family therapies theory and application Child development research and its application in treatment Research on child physical abuse and neglect Social skills assessment and intervention   Job Responsibilities: Conduct MST assessment 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, 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 nine MST Principles and the MST Analytic Process Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system to ensure their buy-in and cooperation throughout MST-BSF treatment Provide direct clinical treatment using methods compatible with MST principles and practices. Participate in all MST-BSF training, supervision and consultation activities Build a relationship with community stakeholders (i.e., child protection services, Guardians ad Litem, judges, schools, etc.) to ensure cooperation among service providers

Company Overview Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.    If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.   Position Overview Carries a caseload of 4-5 families.  Intensive treatment requires counselor to meet with each family at least three times per week.   Develops individualized treatment plans for each case.  Ongoing assessments and reviews of treatment progress are performed on a regular basis Documents all sessions within a pre-established cycle time.  Documentation is web-based and most locations provide voice-recognition technology. Maintains on-call availability to clients during the week.  Counselors rotate on-call availability on weekends, requiring approximately one on-call weekend per month. Drive up to 60-80 miles to meet with families in the home Counselors provide treatment in individual families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities Works closely with multiple types of clinical supervision provided in individual and group settings led by trained and licensed MST professionals.  Review of progress generally occurs at frequent intervals. Develops strong community relationships and resources with which to provide families as part of treatment.   Additional Information Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served.  Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance.  Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage   Qualifications for Family Counselors It is Youth Villages’ policy to hire only counselors that meet the Qualified Professional standard in the state of North Carolina. Please refer to the requirements below to ensure that your education and experience qualify you for the position to which you are applying.   Master’s Degree Applicants: Must possess degree at time of application Degree must be in a related field of study (refer to list below) Must have one year, post-graduation, full-time experience (2,000 hours) with designated population (refer to list below)   Bachelor’s Degree Applicants: Must possess degree at time of application Degree must be in a related field of study (refer to list below) Must have two years, post-graduation, full-time experience (4,000 hours) with designated population (refer to list below) Licensed Applicants: Must hold one of the following licenses in the state of North Carolina: LPCA, LMFTA, LCSWA, LPA, or LCSASA   Degrees Accepted: Social Work Counseling Psychology Criminal Justice Marriage and Family Therapy Exceptions may be made for other degrees in a behavioral science that includes a minimum of 30 semester hours in human development, human behavior, child development, family intervention technique, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques.   Experience Accepted: Experience must be with at-risk youth, i.e., youth with one or more of the following behaviors: Truancy, Alcohol/Substance Abuse, Homicidal/Suicidal Ideations, Problem Sexual Behavior, Verbal/Physical Aggression, Runaway, Antisocial Behaviors Experience should include clinical case management or practice of therapeutic interventions Other Skills Required: Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills Exceptional time-management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Experience doing family therapy or providing MST services is a plus   Experience growth and development through our continuous training, as well as tuition and licensure reimbursement, or pursue opportunities to advance both clinically and administratively with Youth Villages.   Additional Benefits   Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision Retirement Savings Pension Plan 403 (b) 2 weeks paid vacation 12 paid sick days per year 10 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)   EOE

Company Overview Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.    If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.   Position Overview Carries a caseload of 4-5 families.  Intensive treatment requires counselor to meet with each family at least three times per week.   Develops individualized treatment plans for each case.  Ongoing assessments and reviews of treatment progress are performed on a regular basis Documents all sessions within a pre-established cycle time.  Documentation is web-based and most locations provide voice-recognition technology. Maintains on-call availability to clients during the week.  Counselors rotate on-call availability on weekends, requiring approximately one on-call weekend per month. Drive up to 60-80 miles to meet with families in the home Counselors provide treatment in individual families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities Works closely with multiple types of clinical supervision provided in individual and group settings led by trained and licensed MST professionals.  Review of progress generally occurs at frequent intervals. Develops strong community relationships and resources with which to provide families as part of treatment.   Additional Information Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served.  Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance.  Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage   Qualifications for Family Counselors It is Youth Villages’ policy to hire only counselors that meet the Qualified Professional standard in the state of North Carolina. Please refer to the requirements below to ensure that your education and experience qualify you for the position to which you are applying.   Master’s Degree Applicants: Must possess degree at time of application Degree must be in a related field of study (refer to list below) Must have one year, post-graduation, full-time experience (2,000 hours) with designated population (refer to list below)   Bachelor’s Degree Applicants: Must possess degree at time of application Degree must be in a related field of study (refer to list below) Must have two years, post-graduation, full-time experience (4,000 hours) with designated population (refer to list below) Licensed Applicants: Must hold one of the following licenses in the state of North Carolina: LPCA, LMFTA, LCSWA, LPA, or LCSASA   Degrees Accepted: Social Work Counseling Psychology Criminal Justice Marriage and Family Therapy Exceptions may be made for other degrees in a behavioral science that includes a minimum of 30 semester hours in human development, human behavior, child development, family intervention technique, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques.   Experience Accepted: Experience must be with at-risk youth, i.e., youth with one or more of the following behaviors: Truancy, Alcohol/Substance Abuse, Homicidal/Suicidal Ideations, Problem Sexual Behavior, Verbal/Physical Aggression, Runaway, Antisocial Behaviors Experience should include clinical case management or practice of therapeutic interventions Other Skills Required: Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills Exceptional time-management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Experience doing family therapy or providing MST services is a plus   Experience growth and development through our continuous training, as well as tuition and licensure reimbursement, or pursue opportunities to advance both clinically and administratively with Youth Villages.   Additional Benefits   Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision Retirement Savings Pension Plan 403 (b) 2 weeks paid vacation 12 paid sick days per year 10 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)   EOE

Job Title : Multisystemic Therapist          Would you like to: Have a caseload of no more than 6 clients and their families? Earn a competitive salary, with incentives offered annually? The flexibility to make your own scheduling arrangements based on client and your availability? Be provided with enough CEUs annually to renew your license– for FREE? Be provided an all-expenses-paid 5-day trip to train in Multisystemic Therapy (MST)? Obtain hours & hours of group supervision and additional individual career supervision per year? Paid generous mileage for work related driving? Do you want to be part of a strong supportive close-knit, team with a history of great outcomes, are you a motivated self-starter who likes meeting your own personal and professional goals, and have a desire to earn incentives for going above and beyond? If you answered yes please consider joining us! $2,000 Sign-On Bonus available for qualified licensed candidates. Federal rate mileage reimbursement. Position requirements:    Ability to interact with parents and children in emotionally challenging circumstances on a daily  basis.  MST Therapists are full–time Master’s-level staff with LPC/LSW or highly skilled Bachelor’s-level staff with a strong history of appropriate clinical experience in mental health services. Some position preferences:          Applicants with eligibility to be independently licensed either at the time of hire or later as an LPCC/LISW with a Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related subject area desired. Applicants with past experience in community-based services, family counseling, corrections, case management, child protective case work, or crisis management services. What we do : MST Therapists provide intensive, in-home and community-based MST therapy services to children and their families throughout Cuyahoga (and sometimes Lorain) County.  

Through the implementation of the evidenced- based model, MST, the MST Therapist assists families with children ages 12 to 17 in improving parenting, discipline and relationships across the entire ecology. Interventions promote strengths and minimize risks, enabling more successful community living and emphasizing long-term change.  Success in the role is measured on: Ability to engage with children and families. Ability to provide services with model adherence. Ability to successfully provide interventions to children and have families and producing outcomes that show improvements across life domains. Ability to meet expected case documentation requirements within the electronic medical record. Ability to maintain compliance with agency and contractual policies, and training and licensure requirements.  Essential Functions: · Assist families in overcoming barriers through engaging with children, families, and other key stakeholders assisting them in active change-oriented treatment. 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 an ecological context. Using the MST Analytic process, developing a treatment plan through formulating a problem conceptualization, intervention strategies, review outcomes and revise strategies as needed. ·         Interact with clients in non-traditional settings and during non-traditional hours. ·         Using the MST model, maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts and use this information to promote peer and supervisory review. ·         Collaborate with all relevant systems and stakeholders within each system to ensure their buy-in and cooperation. ·         Provide direct clinical treatment using methods compatible with MST principles and practices. ·         Complete weekly case paperwork and attend weekly supervision and consultation activities. ·         Participate in all MST training, including MST Five Day Training at the point of hire and on-going quarterly MST Team Booster Trainings.  Knowledge or Experience: An understanding of theories regarding Family Systems, Social Ecology, Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Pragmatic Family Therapy, Child Development and other resultant applications. Experience with the implementations of interventions within or between systems the natural ecology of youth (e.g., family, peer, school and neighborhood). Must complete a minimum of 24 hours of training annually focusing specifically on the treatment of children and families with 50 hours completed first year of employment. Must attend MST 5 day training upon hire. Minimum Qualifications / Experience: A Master’s degree in a behavioral science. Experience in providing services with children and families. Education / Certifications: State licensure commensurate with degree. Travel Requirements Extensive travel to clients’ homes is required. Must have reliable transportation. Must maintain adequate insurance coverage. Must have/maintain a valid driver’s license and fewer than 6 points on record.   Decision Making A high level of decision making is required in this position. 9 on a 10 points scale.