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Permanent

On-Site

Functional Family Therapist

Recruiter: Kelly Gutradt

Amsterdam, NY

Malone, NY

Job ID

6150DG

Industry

Social Services

Specialty

Childrens Welfare

Experience level

Licensed

Salary range:

$67,500 - $76,000

JOB BENEFITS

Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Professional development opportunities, including specialized Functional Family Therapy training.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Flexibility in scheduling to support work-life balance.

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated Functional Family Therapist/Clinician to provide intensive home-based family therapy services. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to support at-risk youth and their families through strength-based assessments, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions. The position comes with a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus and the chance to receive specialized training in Functional Family Therapy (FFTLLC).

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications & Experience

Preferred: Licensed clinician with one of the following credentials: LMHC, LMSW, LMFT, LCAT, or Limited Permit Eligible.
Experience: Minimum of 1–3 years working with at-risk youth and families in mental health, counseling, human services, or healthcare.
Work Environment: Community-based role requiring flexibility in schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call hours.
Additional Requirements:
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Willingness to travel for home visits and appointments efficiently.
Ability to work effectively with culturally and economically diverse populations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver in-home family therapy services to at-risk youth and their families.
Conduct rapid assessments during the intake process to evaluate relational and hierarchical dynamics within the home.
Quickly engage youth and family members in therapy, implementing behavior change techniques to address risk factors.
Develop and implement treatment plans that focus on reducing risk factors and strengthening protective factors.
Create relapse prevention plans to equip families with strategies for managing future challenges.
Assist families in handling crisis situations independently, including participation in on-call support as needed.
Coordinate with external providers and support systems to ensure alignment with the family’s treatment plan.

215 W 104th St #74, New York, NY 10025

845-290-1900

845-357-3355

info@merraine.com

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