Therapist, Multisystemic Therapy

<p>Description</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get to know Thompson!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services, and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What will you do as a Therapist?</strong></p><ul><li>As a <strong>Therapist</strong> in the Multisystemic Therapy department, you will provide intensive in-home service to youth 12-17 and their families using the evidence-based Multisystemic Therapy (MST) model. This role is critical in addressing complex behavioral challenges and empowering families to create sustainable, positive change. The Therapist will work collaboratively with families, community partners, and support systems to reduce risk factors and improve outcomes.</li><li>A typical day as a <strong>Therapist</strong> will include a community visit with a client to develop, implement, and monitor goals, crisis intervention as needed, group supervision, and consultation. Using the MST framework, the therapist collaborates with families, schools, and community systems to address the root causes of behavioral issues and foster long-term positive outcomes.</li><li>As a <strong>Therapist</strong>, you will have a flexible schedule to meet the needs of families. Each therapist will have a low caseload of only 5 cases. Availability during afternoons and weekends may be required, as well as the ability to work in a community-based or fully remote setting.</li></ul><p><strong>What does this position offer?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Starting Pay Range:</strong> <strong>$48k-$54k annually</strong></li><li><strong>Fantastic Full-time benefits…</strong></li><li><em>3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays!</em></li><li><em>Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance options</em></li><li><em>401K Match</em></li><li><em>Education Reimbursement</em></li><li><em>Referral Bonus</em></li><li><em>Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure</em></li><li><em>Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service</em></li><li><em>Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans</em></li><li><em>Paid time off for volunteering in the community</em></li><li><em>Free EAP services</em></li><li><em>Mileage Reimbursement</em></li><li><em>iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles</em></li><li><em>Multiple opportunities for growth</em></li></ul><p>Requirements</p><p> </p><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field is required</li><li>Minimum of 2 years working with at-risk youth and families, preferably in a home or community-based setting.</li><li>Licensed or license-eligible in South Carolina (e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LMFT) preferred</li><li>Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet any credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as it pertain to the department you are in.</li><li>All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening test, and an extensive background check is required.</li><li>Reliable transportation</li><li>Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and on-call rotation.</li></ul><p><strong>You’re the right fit for the Therapist position if…</strong></p><ul><li>You have a passion for working with youth & adolescents!</li><li>You enjoy knowing you’re making an IMPACT on the lives of others!</li><li><strong>EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, COMMITMENT, CARING, AND INTEGRITY</strong> are important to you!</li></ul><p>If your qualifications meet the requirements of the job and you want to be part of a winning culture, don’t delay! Apply at <strong>thompsoncff.org</strong> where we are strengthening Children, Families, and Communities!</p><p><br></p><p>Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p>

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