ATLAS Functional Family Therapist (www.fftllc.com) 

Atlas FFT is seeking a Functional Family Therapist to serve the Bronx community. The ATLAS FFT Therapist will work at Urban Youth Alliance International, Inc. (www.bronxconnect.org), a non-profit organization that serves justice-involved youth in the NYC area. Candidate must be comfortable providing services to diverse populations, and will ideally already be familiar with Staten Island. Staten Island residents strongly preferred, or New Jersey residents with access to S.I. 

“What is Atlas?” 

Atlas is an initiative aimed at reducing gun violence and recidivism in the community. ATLAS works to prevent violence by meeting people during a crisis, like a recent arrest or open court case and connecting them to a change process that nurtures hope and strengthens relationships. As part of Atlas, Bronx Connect is offering FFT to young people at elevated risk for violence in the community, victimization, or a re-arrest. FFT is an evidence-based intervention for youth and families. This high-quality, strength-focused family counseling model is designed for high-risk youth and young adults who have been referred by the criminal court, juvenile justice, mental health, school, or child welfare systems. Services are short-term and typically offered in the home, though services can be offered in the office or other community settings. 

If you possess superior interpersonal and communication skills, desire to work in a supportive environment with constructive oversight and are passionate about serving young adults and their families in their homes, we want you! Some nights and weekends, depending on clients’ needs are required. Some virtual therapy may be required on a limited basis. Experience in family systems therapy or behaviorally based marital and substance abuse treatment therapy is preferred.

Education Preference: Preferred master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, education, or other relevant human service profession. Bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant experience encouraged to apply.

Position and benefits: Full-time position with competitive benefits.

Base salary range: $70,000-$75,000 (commensurate with experience).

The organization will offer clinical supervision towards licensure, and offers 403B matching benefits, medical, dental, vision, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and gym reimbursement. 

• The position requires 90% of the time in Staten Island (143 Beach Street, Staten Island, N.Y.) and surrounding schools. Will require approx. 10% travel to Manhattan and the Bronx for training and supervision.

• This is a hybrid role that allows flexibility for the therapist and the ability to work evenings with families. Must also prioritize working with the families schedule. 

• Therapy sessions are with predominately at-risk Black and Latino youth ages 14 to 18 who at risk of being justice-involved. 

• Individual therapy with youth and adults using cognitive behavioral techniques. 

• Ability to exhibit creativity and tenacity to engage clients. 

• Willingness and ability to work with families from a strengths-focused approach. 

• Willingness to advocate for youth and family, belief in the capacity of people to grow and change. 

• Willingness to commit to empowering families to solve their own problems. 

• Interact with referral sources such as Legal Aid Society, NYC Law Depart, schools, and UYAI programs to effectively engage families in the FFT Model. 

• Interact with team members in community events. 

• Manage a caseload electronic and case files of up to 15 cases. 

• Timely recording progress notes as required by FFT on CSS system; data is regularly used to report to external stakeholders. 

• Provide "home-based" Functional Family Therapy to families, adhering to model fidelity requirements. FFT is NOT remote therapy, it is designed to be home-based, in the office or community-based. 

• Actively participate as part of a therapy team, including attending weekly team and community-based services meetings. 

• Assist families by actively referring them to appropriate services and support, and with both clinical and concrete services. 

• Willingness to travel to and from client family homes. 

• Participate in all FFT training, supervision, and consultation activities. 

Job Type: Full-time 

Salaried: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year 

Benefits: 

• 401(k) 

• 401(k) matching 

• Dental insurance 

• Employee discount 

• Health insurance 

• Paid time off 

• Parental leave 

• Professional development assistance 

• Tuition reimbursement 

• Vision insurance