MST Therapist

About the role

The MST (Multi-systemic Therapy) Mental Health Professional provides intensive home and community based therapy to families whose adolescents are displaying social, emotional and/or behavioral disorders. Clinicians work with caregivers to change how youth function in their natural setting while following a specific model that promotes positive social behavior and decreases anti-social behavior.

Responsibilities

• Complete all training and actively participates in required supervision and consultation in accordance with program and agency guidelines.
• Handle all administrative duties such as chart documentation, billing requirements and other necessary paperwork consistent with licensure, accreditation, funding sources and CGRC technology reporting requirements.
• Conduct all assessments including biopsychosocials utilizing program principals in order to assess client and family dynamics.
• Provide therapy services to promote exploration and understanding of personal and interpersonal dynamics.
• Develop effective and timely treatment goals with measurable objectives that are sustainable for families.
• Record all case progress notes for both MST and CGRC in order to maintain accurate history of treatment events and client progress.
• Meet program expectations regarding authorizations and productivity.
• Available to immediately intervene in crisis situations.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders both internally and externally.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree in counseling, psychology, or social work.
• Minimum one (1) year experience working with child and families in a mental health, education, child welfare or juvenile justice system / secure juvenile setting.
• Broad clinical practice experience in family, child, behavior, individual therapies, group counseling and crisis intervention/stabilization.

Benefits

• Reimbursed comprehensive clinical supervision and training with opportunity to develop leadership competencies and career interests.
• Participation in organizational committees, task forces, or work groups.
• Flexibility for classes, internship possibilities within the organization, and availability for licensure supervision.
• Relaxed working environment with flexible work schedules supporting healthy work-life balance and self-care.
• Career development support with opportunities to learn and grow within the organization.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Generous time off and benefits for eligible employees.
• Discounts and offers through Tickets at Work Program for employee and family.
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.