Family Based Therapist- Master's Level

Status: Part Time Hourly                                                           FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: The Family Based Mental Health Therapist works in a co-therapy team to provide intense, time limited therapy to children and their families. The position holds individual, family, parent, and sibling therapy sessions as well as case management.

• The children are at risk of placement or need an intensive treatment modality.


• The position requires 2-3 evenings per week, and crisis intervention as needed.

Availability to work flexible hours up to 40 hours per week. 

Qualifications/Requirements: 

•  Master’s Degree and experience in therapy, children services, or in a mental health setting.


• Master’s Degree in counseling, therapy, psychology, social work, sociology, or related field of study with two (2) years or full time equivalent paid experience is required.


•  Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with at least 15 credit hours in counseling, therapy, psychology, social work, sociology, or related field of study with two (2) years of full time or full time equivalent paid experience may also be considered for candidates.


• Training is provided by Youth Advocate Programs, Inc..


• Employees must complete training that is relevant to the position as required. CPR/FA Certification, Advocacy, Autism, MANDT Training, and Pre-Employment Trainings are required.


• Strong communication and organizational skills


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.


• Position requires reliable transportation, valid drivers license, current auto insurance coverage


• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus.

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental


• Voluntary Vision


• UNUM Supplemental Benefits


• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.


• Employee Assistance Program


• Direct Deposit


• Flexible Schedule


• Weekly Pay

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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