FFT Therapist-Youth Impacted by Gang Violence

"At Risk" Youth Ages 11 to 18

Full-Time, Flexible Schedule, $25.00-$28.00/hour

The Salvation Army of the Syracuse Area

Overview:  The Salvation Army of the Syracuse Area was recently awarded by the Department of Justice a grant to provide Functional Family Therapy to those "at risk" individuals between the ages of 11 to 18 with the overall goal to drive the reduction of "Gang Violence" within the Syracuse Community.    It is an honor to be selected and we are seeking an individual to be a "trustworthy go-between", with ties to the community in which they will work, who has the drive, knowledge and compassion to connect with this "at risk" group of Youth in our community.

As an FFT-CW (Functional Family Therapy-Child Welfare) Case Planner II you will receive evidence-based training from FFTLLC consultants as well as ongoing consultation regarding working with at risk families and youth through the FFT-CW lens and utilizing the interventions of this model. You will be taught how to motivate families for change, assess family patterns, implement specific and individualized behavior change plans to address referral problems and relevant risk factors, and generalize changes in multiple systems. Working with a caseload of 10-12 families, the goal is to increase protective factors, while also reducing the risks associated with family safety, and prevent the need for out of home placement of children.

SEEKING: Dedicated individuals looking to begin or expand their clinical experience working with family systems and gain experience practicing an evidence-based model in a supportive work environment.

As an FFT (Functional Family Therapy) Case Planner II you will receive evidence-based training from FFTLLC consultants as well as ongoing consultation regarding working with at risk families and youth through the FFT lens and utilizing the interventions of this model. You will be taught how to motivate families for change, assess family patterns, implement specific and individualized behavior change plans to address referral problems and relevant risk factors, and generalize changes in multiple systems. Working with a caseload of 10-12 families, the goal is to increase protective factors, while also reducing the risks associated with family safety, and prevent the need for out of home placement of children.

Questions?  Please email hiring Supervisor Sonia Grovner at sonia.grovner@use.salvationarmy.org

Confidential Considerations please call Sonia directly at 315.937.7093

Benefits:

• Schedule flexibility M-F, with hybrid of remote and in person work
• Supervision for Licensure requirements may available on site (degree dependent)
• Remitted Tuition Program: After 6 months of employment
• Benefit Time: Vacation, Sick, and Personal
• Paid Holidays: Up to 13 paid holidays per year
• Health Insurance: Competitive rates for Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Supplemental Insurance plans include: Short Term, Long Term Disability and Life
• Paid Marriage Leave
• Retirement Savings: 403B after 1 year of employment
• Pension Plan:  After 1 year of employment

Responsibilities:

• Participate in FFT training, consultation/case conferences, and supervision with FFT Supervisor. Provide services based on FFT model (e.g. engage and motivate families for changing family dynamics, maintaining sustainable change). Maintain FFT notes, statistical information, outcome monitoring and provide ongoing clinical assessments and case recommendations utilizing model derived information.
• Engage and maintain regular contact with assigned clients, meeting regulatory requirements by conducting meetings of significant duration weekly (minimum one contact per month with children present), conducting therapy sessions of appropriate duration/frequency in accordance with the FFT model.
• Work collaboratively with families in devising and implementing FFT service plans, as well as strategies of intervention for the family considering all aspects of the family’s life and targeting behavioral change using FFT methodology.
• Maintain comprehensive assessments of families, devising and implementing individualized service plans in collaboration with the Department of Social Services (DSS) and all family service providers, utilizing strategies of intervention with consideration to family strengths and all aspects of the family’s life and cultural background.
• Providing casework/counseling, crisis intervention, networking advocacy, coordinating services with other service providers, agencies and programs and making referrals for auxiliary services as needed under direction of their supervisor and the DSS Case Manager. Maintain communication with these identified collaborative partners.
• Maintain timely completion of required documentation, assessments, and outcomes.
• Demonstrate cultural competence, as well as integrate understanding of these values into daily work with families and peers.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, or related field is required (Licensure is preferred, but not required. Commensurate work experience with a Bachelor’s degree may be considered).
• Will also consider candidates nearing completion of one of these degree programs.
• Relevant experience in serving children and families in child welfare, developmental disabilities, behavioral health, primary health care, or social services
• Requires computer proficiency including word processing skills and the ability to provide culturally competent practice
• NYS Driver License and access to private transportation

Equal Opportunity Employer:  The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.