Job Description
NFI Massachusetts Inc., a human service organization, is currently seeking a full time In-Home Family Therapist to work at one of its community-based programs based in Danvers, MA.
NFI’s North Shore Continuum (NSC) is an intensive, therapeutic wraparound service that is designed to support youth who experience emotional and behavioral challenges to live safely and successfully in their home community as well as to support their caregivers. Funded by the Department of Children and Families, NSC works with youth (ages 5-18) and their families. NSC services are designed to be flexible to meet the unique needs of youth and families, offering an array of services including treatment and outreach; assessment of family strengths, needs, and culture; treatment planning; family systems therapy; skills training; care coordination; and crisis intervention with on-call responsibilities. NSC utilizes two evidence-based programs, ARC and High Fidelity Wraparound, to ensure the best outcomes for youth and families.
The therapist carries a caseload of 5-6 families and is teamed up with a Bachelor’s level outreach worker and also in some instances a peer specialist. The therapist’s primary responsibilities include facilitation of family and caregiver sessions, crisis prevention/intervention, assessment of youth/family strengths and needs, safety & treatment plan development and implementation, and clinical collaboration with collaterals. Therapists are responsible for providing on-call support to their assigned families during weekdays and participate in a weekend on-call rotation for the program.
Salary: $70,000-$75,000 annually, commensurate on education & licensure
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Completed Master's Degree in counseling, social work, or related field.
LMHC, LMFT, or LICSW eligible.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and writing skills required.
Previous experience with child/adolescent population and their families in community and home-based settings.
A flexible schedule is required. The position is primarily Monday through Friday with afternoons and evenings comprising most of the direct time with families. However, weekend work may also be necessary.
Experience with crisis intervention and stabilization.
1-3 years of experience preferred.
Some knowledge of the ARC model and Wraparound.
Travel is required. Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle is a must.
Benefits for full time employees include: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan, 3 weeks paid vacation time, Paid Sick Leave and Tuition reimbursement up to $2500 per fiscal year
Please be sure to include a resume and cover letter with your application.
NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.
NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process.
Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Weekday work,