Therapist Assistant
- BGV is seeking Bachelor level with experience working with adolescents and families for our Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy
- Increased compensation for Bi-lingual Spanish speaking candidates
POSITION SUMMARY:
Therapist Assistants develop a trusting supportive relationship with family members through direct contact in the context of home visits to, phone contacts and assistance in times of crisis. They must work a flexible schedule in order accommodate the individual family needs, schedules, and in order to respond to crisis and are under the supervision of the Program Manager.
- Provides services to families including but not limited to accompanying parents to appointments as needed, work as part of the treatment teams with the assigned clinician, facilitate the HIV/STD prevention group and interact with other service providers as appropriate.
- Evening appointments are required up to 8pm (several times per week). Weekend hours must be provided when clinically indicated.
- Demonstrates understanding of and adherence to the MDFT model, and shows fidelity to all contract, certification, and licensing requirements.
- Provides services consistent with MDFT model and Boys & Girls Village standards (provides support to 3 therapists: 18 – 24 families)
- Gathers and completes all QI and DCF required measures, e.g., Ohio, GAIN-Q,PIE
- Bachelor level and experience working with adolescents and families.
- Experience or comfort level working with families in their homes.
- Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and use of a reliable automobile.
- Demonstrates culturally competent work history and training.
- Be willing to provide services in the home
- Ability to be flexible with work schedule
PURPOSE/FUNCTION OF THE PROGRAM:
The MDFT program is a family focused, ecologically oriented evidence based model effective in the treatment of children/adolescents between the ages of 9 and 18 with substance abuse and/or dependence issues, or with disruptive behaviors and/or comorbid psychiatric issues who are at risk for substance abuse
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Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including an option that is free to employees. Currently using United HealthCare
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Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
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Free annual flu shots
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Wellness workshops
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a 401K plan with employer contributions
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Company paid life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability.
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- A tuition reimbursement program and free licensing supervision.
- Partnership with CT Non-Profit Alliance for 10% - 20% tuition discounts at participating universities
- Training and development opportunities
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer
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Competitive salaries, with increased compensation for Bi-lingual in Spanish staff
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Generous benefit time, including vacation, sick, and personal time
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free and confidential counseling for employee and family
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.