BH Therapist - FFT

About the role

The Functional Family Therapist provides evidence-based services to families with youth ages 11 through 18 years old who are at risk or have been referred for behavioral or emotional problems. The role utilizes the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model to empower youth and families by creating strength-based behavior change.

Responsibilities

• Tailors services to the individual family using treatment protocols, case management, crisis intervention, community outreach, and in-home services.
• Works as part of an FFT team and participates in weekly team supervision and consultation from FFT-trained clinicians.
• Works with adolescents and families, using cultural responsivity and trauma-informed practice.
• Utilizes interpersonal and relationship skills to individualize program interventions to adolescent and family strengths.

Requirements

• Required degrees/licensures: Master’s degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or psychology, and ND licensure as a LPCC, LPC, LAPC, LCSW, LMSW, LBSW, LMFT, or psychologist.
• Valid driver's license and successful completion of the assigned defensive driving course during new-hire orientation.

Qualifications

• Experience working in human services, such as social work, human relations counseling, developmental disabilities case management, mental illness case management, vocational rehabilitation counseling, activity therapy, addiction counseling, nursing, employment counseling, or a similar professional level position.

Skills

• Comfortable working with adolescents and families.
• Cultural responsivity and trauma-informed practice.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship skills.
• Ability to tailor services to individual family needs.

Benefits

This position may be eligible for hybrid or in-office/remote work, with typical work schedules including evenings and flexibility to meet family scheduling needs. The position offers opportunities for licensure supervision, classes, and internship possibilities within the organization.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.

About HHS

North Dakota HHS aims to make the state the healthiest in the nation by reinforcing well-being foundations: physical, economic, and behavioral. The key to success is the 2800 committed team members guided by a belief in leading with light, instilling purpose and meaning, galvanizing gratitude, honoring health, and teaching civility, kindness, and love for all.

About Team ND

Team ND is dedicated to empowering people, improving lives, and inspiring success. The purpose is to support individuals through gratitude, humility, curiosity, and courage.

Total Rewards

The State of North Dakota provides a strong and competitive rewards package that supports team members' health, family, and personal growth.

Application Procedures

To apply, submit a resume demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. Applications must be received by 11:59 PM CST on the closing date.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.