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Family Therapist - Grand Junction, CO
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What they do
A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.
$64,306 / year median in Colorado
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Description:
Family Therapist -
Grand Junction, CO Job Title:
Multisystemic Therapist (MST)
Location:
Grand Junction, CO
NEW GRADS WELCOME!
Want to make a lasting impact? Want a flexible and autonomous work schedule? Want to work in a dynamic team environment? Want free supervision towards licensure? Savio is hiring family therapists! Savio will pay for training for therapists to provide Multisystemic Therapy. Description MST (Multisystemic Therapy) is a scientifically proven treatment model that targets youth 12-17 who are exhibiting delinquent type behaviors such as running away, substance use, defiance, aggression, and truancy. Therapists work closely with parents and caregivers to leverage change by working in families' homes and in the community. This position provides in-home services for the Grand Junction, CO area. Learn more about this treatment model at https://www.mstservices.com/ What does an MST therapist do? Maintain small, intensive caseload of 5-6 families. Conduct therapy in the community, in family's homes.
Use the following theories:
CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Behavior Modification, Structural and Strategic Family Therapies. Prevent out of home placement/incarceration. Break cycle of system involvement Empower families to create lasting change Engage primary caregiver and other key participants in active change-oriented treatment. Meet weekly for group supervision and expert consultation. People who are a good fit for
MST:
Are flexible and self-motivated. Gravitate towards action-oriented and solution focused therapy. Recognize how social systems/ecology impact youth behavior. Have a passion for engaging parents struggling with teens' behavioral issues. Are comfortable with in-home therapy. Enjoy a flexible and autonomous work schedule. What actual MST therapists say they love about doing MST at
Savio:
Flexible schedule allows employees to take care of themselves. Positive and supportive team environment Supporting and advocating for people that no one else advocates for
Perks:
Supervision towards licensure Savio pays for all MST training. PTO is allowed to be cashed out to pay for licensure tests Mileage Reimbursements for personal vehicle Company issued cell phone and laptop Eligible for student loan forgiveness through the
Public Service Federal Loan Forgiveness Program Salary:
Starting with candidacy (LPCC, SWC, MFTC): $58,660 Starting Licensed (LCSW, LPC, LMFT): $61,660
Starting MA Bilingual:
$63,660
•Supervision towards professional licenses provided in this role
Benefits:
10 paid holidays Vacation time + Sick time
Medical:
Low employee cost medical coverage Dental, Vision, Life, Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity
HSA, FSA
accounts
Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance Retirement:
403b account Employer Funded Retirement Plan IND3
Requirements:
Requirements Minimum Qualifications:
Master's in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy or related field Bachelors with extensive experience considered on a case-by-case basis DORA registration to provide therapy such as LPCC, MFTC, SWC
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs