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Michigan State University(MSU)
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Career Insights for Family / Behavioral Therapist
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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.
$59,779 / year median in the U.S.
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. The MSU School of Social Work, within the College of Social Science, is dedicated to educating students for ethical, competent, responsive, and innovative social practice, and to conducting and disseminating high quality research that improves the well-being of the most vulnerable in society. Our teaching, research, and outreach synergistically promote social justice, positive change, and solutions to the problems facing diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. More than 700 students are enrolled in our CSWE
- accredited BASW and MSW programs, and our PhD program.
- Conduct agency visits to trauma-specialized field sites
- Maintain regular communication with students and field instructors to support trauma-informed learning
- Facilitate clinical field seminars with emphasis on trauma-responsive engagement and case integration
- Guide the development of learning agreements and evaluations aligned with Social Work clinical competencies and EBTT Certificate outcomes
- Support students in applying evidence-based trauma frameworks in supervision and practice
- Collaborate on problem-solving issues related to student development or placement appropriateness
- Complete required documentation by established deadlines Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Masters
- Social Work Minimum Requirements
- LMSW with a minimum of 3 years post-MSW clinical social work experience
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and complex trauma systems
- Experience in mental health, behavioral health, or integrative care settings
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Experience facilitating small groups
- Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills
- Successful completion of training and consultation in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and/or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) that is aligned with requirements for national certification or registry requirements. Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience as a field instructor, liaison, or clinical supervisor
- Experience with students or interns in trauma-focused placements
- Knowledge of EBTT Certificate objectives and trauma evaluation frameworks
- Training or experience in interprofessional and culturally-responsive trauma care
- Familiarity with adult learning and clinical field supervision Required Application Materials Interested candidates should send: Cover Letter Current resume or CV Special Instructions Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis. Work Hours Variable hours
- this is an on-call project pay position.