FMI TX State-Level Clinical Director

Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life, and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Our Hope Restored Retreat Centers have helped transform thousands of marriages in crisis. Our program has been very successful in large part due to our skilled clinical team, who offer a personalized, faith-based program for couples at the breaking point, giving them the safe place and expert help they need to get to the root of their issues.

Join our team at our new location in Wimberley, TX where the work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

The Clinical Director, State-Level position exists to assist the Focus Marriage Institute (FMI) Clinical Director oversee and direct the necessary day-to-day management of services and activities of the FMI Clinical Team in a specific location including policies, procedures, staff, quality of services provided, and general supervision of FMI clinicians; both employed and contract. This position requires a strong background in clinical, ethical, and legal issues in the mental health field. Experience in leadership and staff development is desirable. The Clinical Director, State-Level provides direct services through Intensive therapy with couples and spouses. This position also provides non-direct services including research, writing, speaking, program / product development, and / or committee work.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities :

Provides direction and leadership to assist the FMI Clinical Director oversee the daily functions of Counseling Services at a specific location, ensuring professionalism, promotion of culture, sensitive, and appropriate responses to the constituents and staff, and services that are consistent with the views, policies, and procedures of Focus on the Family (FOTF)

Oversees and maintains direction, focus, accountability, support, and motivation in all aspects of day-to-day supervision and management of FMI Clinical staff at their location in coordination with the FMI Clinical Director

Regularly meets with retreat center General Manager (GM)

Drives the innovation and creation of ongoing and new endeavors for the counseling team; including the utilization of new service delivery means and mechanisms

Supervises, evaluates, and reviews the Counseling Services staff to ensure that professional, efficient services are being provided in accordance with the philosophy, policies, and procedures of FOTF; consulting with Human Resources (HR) as needed

Works with the FMI Clinical Director to help oversee and manage recruitment of new therapists in their locations, helps coordinate with Training Coordinator regarding the progress of local trainees, and provides for the ongoing training and development of the team

Develops and leads team-building activities at their location and collaborates in creation of intra and inter-staff development systems and processes

Oversees therapist scheduling decisions at their location

Provides leadership in the organization and conducting of quarterly Clinical Team meetings

Protects the integrity of FOTF / FMI brand, model, and culture

Participates in regular meetings with FMI Clinical Director and provides regular status updates

Consults with FOTF / FMI leadership in creating and managing annual budget

Conducts a total of 16-18 direct service units of intensive work per month (1 DSU = ½ day)

Co-facilitates weekly FMI staff meetings with retreat center GM

Provides occasional on-call services which includes consultation with registrars regarding registration decisions and availability to help staff manage crisis situations

Active participation in monthly Clinical Core Team meetings, Didactic meetings, and bi-weekly Site Clinical Director meetings

Contributes creatively to FMI products such as newsletters, participant manuals, and enrichment events

Maintains weekly contact with management to discuss prioritization and coordination of work assignments / responsibilities

Travels to other FMI sites to provide therapy, enrichment and / or training

Actively involved in recruitment efforts

Other Duties / Responsibilities :

• Performs other duties, including but not limited to duties as assigned, some of which may include the development and creation of a variety of copyrightable works (e.g., print, photography, film, music, visual arts, etc.) for distribution in any and all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, wireless, DVD, satellite and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which shall be for the benefit of Focus on the Family

Managerial Breadth / Scope of Job :

Working Environment / Physical Requirements :

Office environment

Regular exposure to intense emotional “crisis” situations

JOB QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Character / Spiritual :

Exemplifies Ephesians 5 : 1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28 : 19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http : / / media.focusonthefamily.com / fotf / pdf / about-us / human-resources / moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http : / / www.focusonthefamily.com / about / foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer

Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer

Engages in Christian ministry

Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http : / / www.focusonthefamily.com / about / foundational-values#values)

This role is considered a Spokesperson for Focus on the Family and should represent Focus’ position and tone at all times

Personal Characteristics :

Punctual, dependable, responsible

Mature and responsive

Strong Christian faith expressed in daily behaviors

Warm, kind, helpful, sensitive, and firm or directive phone presence as appropriate

Willingness to work in a co-therapy setting

Knowledge / Experience :

Master’s or Doctorate degree

Must be a licensed provider consistent with education and training in the state where employed—LMFT, LPC, LMSW / LCSW or Licensed Psychologist

5-7 years of experience in counseling

Understands the integrative process as it relates to faith and practice

Extensive grasp of scripture as it relates to counseling

In-depth knowledge of FOTF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives

Understanding of political, social, and religious issues that impact the family

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents / Gifts :

Possess good clinical skills (ability to counsel and assist others in resolving problems)

Ability to communicate effectively, verbal and written

Competent in use of PC software

Demonstrated knowledge of FOTF resources

Counseling skills well integrated with Biblical values and psychological principles

Bilingual skills desirable but not required

Salary Range : $76,956 to $88,398 / yr

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Application Materials Instructions : Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.

Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for :

Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage

Legal Shield / ID Shield Coverage

AFLAC

403B Retirement Plan

Vacation Time & Vacation Payout

Sick Time

Holidays

Service Awards

Community Service Days

Bookstore Discount

Fitness Center

Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and :

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Tuition Reimbursement

Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

Note : This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

Sick Time

Bookstore Discount

Fitness Center

Tentative Search Timeline :

Priority will be given to applications submitted by February 24, 2025. However, this posting will remain open until filled.

The potential employee start date is March 3, 2025.

Posting date : February 3, 2025

Unposting date : ongoing until filled

Posting contact email : job@fotf.org

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus On The Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry

Job Details

Pay Type Salary

Salary : $76,956 - $88,398