Therapist- Foster Care Position Available In South Central Connecticut, Connecticut

Therapist- Foster Care 2.6 2.6 out of 5 stars Milford, CT 06461

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Conduct initial assessments including review of referral information, identifying and engaging key participants, identifying protective and risks factors, and developing analysis of hierarchy and relational assessment within the family
• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with fidelity to evidence-based model.
• Provides reunification services to child in placement and family of origin
• Performs home and community-based care to address clinical needs of clients through model adherent FFT FC interventions.
• Continually assess for levels of engagement of all key participants and collaborate with supervisor and stakeholders to overcome barriers to engagement
• Documents ongoing client progress and outcomes consistent with model fidelity.
• Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related Behavioral Health field of study.

Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and at least one year experience providing clinical services to children and/or families

Licensure/Certification/Registration :

At minimum

LMSW, LMFT-A, LPC-A.

Licensed preferred as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed psychologist.

PURPOSE/FUNCTION OF THE PROGRAM

The Functional Family Therapy – Foster Care (FFT-FC) Program is a relationally focused and trauma-informed treatment model for youth in the Foster Care System that increases the likelihood of successful positive adjustment and permanency placement. It provides a comprehensive and systematic approach to help youth and families overcome individual and relational trauma to promote stable foster care and long-term permanency placements. In addition, the FFT- FC Program trains, recruits, and approves resource families.

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

Boys & Girls Village (BGV) takes pride in the supportive, team-oriented environment we offer to our employees.

FOR YOUR HEALTH & WELLBEING

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including an option that is free to employees. Currently using United HealthCare Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Free annual flu shots Wellness workshops

FOR YOUR FUTURE

a 401K plan with employer contributions Company paid life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability.

FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT A

tuition reimbursement program and free licensing supervision . Partnership with CT Non-Profit Alliance for 10% – 20% tuition discounts at participating universities Training and development opportunities Career Growth Opportunities Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer

FOR WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Competitive salaries, with increased compensation for Bi-lingual candidates for qualified positions. Generous benefit time, including vacation, sick, and personal time Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free and confidential counseling for employee and family

COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS

• Remote interview process offered
• Personal protective equipment provided and required
• Plastic shields at workstations
• Temperature screening at all entrances
• Social distance guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, Disinfecting, & Cleaning procedures in place We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$59,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift On call

Education:

Master’s (Required)

Work Location:

In person