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

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including an option that is free to employees. Currently using United HealthCare
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Free annual flu shots
• Wellness workshops

• a 401K plan with employer contributions
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability.

• • 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

• Competitive salaries, with increased compensation for Bi-lingual in Spanish staff
• Generous benefit time, including vacation, sick, and personal time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free and confidential counseling for employee and family

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