Family Preservation Therapist

About Applewood Centers:

Applewood Centers is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment.

Position Summary:

Applewood Centers seeks a compassionate and highly motivated Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) to join our team as a Family Preservation Therapist. In this impactful role, you will provide intensive in-home and community-based counseling and support services to children (birth to 18 years) and their families referred by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). You will play a crucial role in helping families overcome challenges and strengthen their bonds, preventing out-of-home placements whenever possible.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families, identifying risk factors and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Provide in-home and community-based counseling services, including individual, family, and couples therapy.
• Address a range of family dynamics, such as parenting skills, co-parenting issues, marital/relationship conflicts, and emotional regulation.
• Assist families in improving communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and support during times of stress.
• Advocate for clients and their families with various agencies (schools, courts, DCFS).
• Connect families with community resources and support services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all services provided.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
• Current and valid LSW, LPC, or MFT license.
• Prior experience providing mental health services to children and families in a home-based or community setting.
• Experience working with families experiencing complex challenges, including trauma and poverty.
• Training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and assessment skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to work evenings and some weekends as needed.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Why Join Applewood Centers?

• Make a Difference: Contribute to the well-being of children and families in your community.
• Competitive Benefits:
  •  Medical, dental, vision 
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, life insurance 
  • Generous paid time off: Full-time employees can receive up to 200 hours in PTO 
  • Employees also receive ten (10) paid legal holidays per year.
• Professional Growth: Receive free licensure supervision, access to year-round continuing education training, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated and compassionate team committed to our shared mission.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applewood Centers, Inc. (“Applewood”) is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment. Applewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applewood’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applewood also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.