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.
Onsite Change Lives. Starting Today. At Friends of Children and Families, we don't just provide services—we change the trajectory of young lives. We're looking for a passionate Therapist who is ready to step into a meaningful role supporting at-risk youth in residential group homes. These are youth who have experienced trauma, instability, and loss—and they need someone who shows up, listens, and helps them rebuild. If you're driven by purpose and ready to make an impact beyond the office walls, this is the role for you. Why You'll Love This Role Build real relationships with youth who need consistency and support Make a direct, visible impact every day Work with a missionfocused, supportive team Gain experience in traumainformed care and residential treatment What You'll Do Provide individual, group, and family therapy Develop and guide personalized treatment plans Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams Train and support direct care staff Coordinate psychiatric and clinical services Participate in oncall rotation (evenings, weekends, holidays) Maintain documentation and Medicaid compliance Have availability to be On Call evenings, weekends, holidays
Medical Insurance (80% paid) Dental & Vision (60% paid) Life Insurance & LongTerm Disability (100% paid) 401(k) with up to 6% match Aflac supplemental options PTO, Sick Time, and 10 Paid Holidays What You Bring Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field 2+ years experience (internships count) Licensed or licenseeligible (LMHC/LMFT supervision available) Valid driver's license with clean record More Than a Job—A Mission At Friends of Children and Families, we believe every child deserves safety, stability, and someone who won't give up on them. That someone could be you. Applicants must comply with Florida's Care Provider Background Screening requirements: https://info.flclearinghouse.com About Friends of Children and Families Inc Friends of Children and Families' mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk children and their families, and give them the opportunity to develop into well-adjusted and productive members of society. Our primary goals are to provide an environment that is conducive to the growth and safety of our children, enhance the lives of children who have been diagnosed with emotional and behavioral disturbances, and offer the needed services and programs which develop the cognitive and social skills of the children.
