Family Therapist

Position Overview:
Adolescent Wellness Academy is seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Therapist to join our team on a contract basis. This role is vital in supporting the mental health and well-being of adolescents and their families, with an emphasis on family dynamics and parental engagement. The ideal candidate must be fluent in Spanish, experienced in working with adolescents, and adept at leading family and group therapy sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to adolescents and their families.
• Manage a client caseload, ensuring tailored, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Lead the Parent Support Program, which includes regular calls to parents and coordinating supportive events.
• Conduct therapy sessions entirely in Spanish as needed, fostering culturally sensitive care.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions, creating a safe and inclusive space for adolescents and families.
• Perform comprehensive assessments to identify needs, strengths, and goals for treatment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
• Educate families on effective communication and coping strategies to enhance family cohesion.
• Maintain detailed, compliant documentation of client progress and treatment plans.
• Stay updated on current practices in adolescent and family therapy and integrate new methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted licensure to practice as a Family Therapist in Florida (LMFT, LCSW, or equivalent).
• Fluency in Spanish, with the ability to conduct therapy sessions and documentation in Spanish.
• Significant experience working with adolescents and family systems, including leading therapy groups.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and systemic approaches to family dynamics.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to professional ethics, confidentiality, and culturally sensitive practices.

Position Details:

• Full-Time: Monday-Friday, 11:30 AM–8:00 PM or 12:00 PM–8:30 PM.
• Part-Time: Monday-Friday, 3:30 PM–8:00 PM.
• Contract: 1099
• Compensation: Dependent on availability, education, and experience.

Why Join Us?
Adolescent Wellness Academy offers a collaborative and impactful environment where therapists can make a meaningful difference in the lives of adolescents and their families. This role provides flexibility within a structured schedule and the opportunity to lead a vital parent support initiative.