Clinician

As a clinician/therapist in the Children and Family Treatment and Supports (CFTS) program at Astor Services, you will play a crucial role in providing therapeutic support to families in their homes and communities. Your role will include conducting assessments, delivering evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support family dynamics and strengthen relationships. You will develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions tailored to the needs of each family. Additionally, you will engage in case consultations, collaborate with other professionals, and participate in team meetings. This role is a rewarding combination of interactive and administrative tasks. Flexible scheduling allows for non –traditional shift work; giving the clinician the opportunity to balance work/life responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the needs and strengths of families
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide family therapy sessions using evidence-based practices
• Utilize therapeutic techniques to support and strengthen family relationships
• Collaborate with other professionals to ensure holistic care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in regular team meetings and supervision sessions
• Engage with community resources to support families effectively

What we provide:

• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment
• Clinical supervision and continuing education credits
• Generous benefits package that includes health insurance, longevity incentives, tuition discounts and federal student loan forgiveness (based on eligibility), vacation and personal days, 403b retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization

You must have:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure in New York state – LMSW (or Limited Permit), LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT, LCAT, Psychologists
• Experience working with families in a therapeutic setting
• Strong understanding of family systems and evidence-based therapeutic interventions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

You should have:

• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency in clinical documentation
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills
• Outgoing personality with the confidence of handle challenging situations and people
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.