in- Home Therapist

For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.

As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.

We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.

For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The In-Home Therapist:

• Carries a caseload of up to 12 youth/families
• Provides on-call support 24/7 and participates in an on-call rotation (including weekends and holidays)
• Develops and implements treatment plans weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly based on frequency of modalities
• Conducts initial in-home assessment (psychosocial), CANS, and clinical research assessment prior to first wraparound meeting
• Conducts on-going assessments as well as in-home therapy, individual therapy, and family-driven family/marital therapy
• Collects information about youth/family using interview, case history, visual and auditory observation techniques, and appraisal and assessment methods
• Observes family's home environment to identify safety and health hazards
• Attends wraparound meetings with youth and parents/guardians (frequency determined by wraparound team)
• Attends school meetings, DCPS meetings, and court hearings as needed

• Acts as an advocate if youth are facing legal charges

• Supports professional development of staff by attending weekly meetings and completing field visits alongside leadership 
• Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Information:

• Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of youth and families served.
• Applicants must possess a current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.
• Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.

Qualifications:

Please refer to the requirements below to ensure that your education and experience meet the qualifications. 

• Licensed Applicants Must:
  • Hold one of the following licenses: LCSW, LGSW, ALC, or LPC
  • Have two years of proven post-Master’s experience in family and children’s services
     
• Master’s Degree Applicants Must:
  • Possess a degree in a social services discipline (Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy)
  • Have five years of proven post-Master’s experience in family and children’s services

•  All Applicants Must Have:
  • Experience with at-risk youth (which may include one or more of the following behaviors: truancy, alcohol/substance abuse, homicidal/suicidal ideations, problem sexual behavior, verbal/physical aggression, runaway, antisocial behaviors, etc.)
  • Experience with clinical case management or practice of therapeutic interventions
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Ability to maintain a flexible schedule

Youth Villages Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision

• 401(k)

• Time off:

• • 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)

  • 12 paid sick days per year

  • 11 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision

• Growth & development through continuous training

• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

*Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.