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Family Therapist

SandstoneCare
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2025
Job Title: Family Therapist
Location: Alexandria, VA
Work Environment: Teen & Young Adult Outpatient Treatment Center
Schedule: Full Time | Monday to Friday (some evenings required)
Compensation: $70,000 - $87,000 (Dependent on Licensure / Experience)
About The Role
As a Family Therapist, you will collaborate with primary therapists to provide comprehensive family-focused treatment. You will lead individual, group, and experiential family therapy sessions, addressing substance abuse, mental health challenges, and dual diagnoses. Your role will include creating treatment plans, coordinating care, and fostering a supportive environment for clients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based modalities tailored to client and family needs.
  • Collaborate with primary therapists to develop and manage family treatment plans that align with client goals.
  • Provide timely and compliant clinical documentation for all allocated cases.
  • Participate in team discussions on treatment progress, discharge planning, and follow-up care.
  • Assist in utilization reviews and medical necessity discussions with insurance providers as needed.
  • Support family engagement in the recovery process through education, communication, and advocacy.
  • Foster collaboration within the treatment team to ensure a cohesive and supportive care environment.
  • Represent the organization positively in interactions with families, referral sources, and community partners.

Qualifications:
  • Candidates applying for this position should be aware that an offer for employment in this position is contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check, encompassing criminal records and motor vehicle reports.
  • A master’s degree in behavioral health science (Clinical Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field) is Required
  • An active license in the state of VA in good standing is required. Licenses considered:
    • LPC / LCSW / LMFT / Resident in Counseling / LMSW / Supervisee in Social Work / Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy
  • An ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years of experience, including experience with clients from the age of 13 – 30 in a detox, residential, partial hospitalization (“PHP”), and/or intensive outpatient (“IOP) setting
  • Candidates must demonstrate a proven ability to manage diverse caseloads while maintaining a high standard of care.

The Perks
At Sandstone Care, we believe that great care starts with our employees. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you in your personal and professional journey. Some of the benefits include:
  • A competitive compensation and total rewards package including a meaningful salary, merit-based pay increases, and professional growth opportunities.
  • A flexible PTO package that includes accrued PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing days
  • High quality medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of package options that meet your needs and majority company paid.
  • A robust Employee Assistance Program: Including counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.
  • A collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members: Fostering a positive work environment.


About SandstoneCare:

Sandstone Care helps teens, young adults, and their families overcome mental health and substance use challenges. We provide a full continuum of care and have treatment centers in Colorado, Illinois, Virginia, and Maryland. How We Are DifferentSandstone Care aims to drive positive lasting change in real people. We understand that you have a life, so we offer a more personal experience than you would find anywhere else.Age-Specific CareWe are age-specific, not gender-specific. We focus on the unique circumstances that teens and young adults face.Evidence-Based TherapyWe only use treatment interventions that have been scientifically proven to provide consistent, lasting recovery.Small Group SizesClients are not a number, that’s why we provide a comfortable setting where the client’s voice can be heard.Individualized Treatment PlansNo one person is the same, and neither is their recovery journey. Treatment programs are tailored to each client’s unique needs.Academic and Vocational SupportWe want clients to get the most out of life, which means doing their best in the classroom or at their job.The Family ComponentRecovery involves the entire family, so we provide support for the whole family system.

Salary : $70,000

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