FCT- Recovery Practitioner/ Child Mental Health QP

Are you a compassionate professional dedicated to making a meaningful impact in your community? At SPARC Foundation, we're not just offering a job—we're inviting you to join a team that values your growth, well-being, and passion for helping others. We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance, promoting self-care, and creating a positive, transparent, and fun work environment.

Why SPARC? SPARC Foundation is committed to bringing the "human" back to human services. We focus on delivering innovative, trauma-informed treatment services to address historical challenges while supporting our employees' professional development and personal wellness. Our core values—Authenticity, Balance, Collaboration, Courage, Direct Communication, Equity, Humor, and Innovation—guide everything we do.

SPARC will provide training to ensure FCT Staff feel equipped to perform their duties and to further the professional development of FCT Staff. As a part of this training, FCT Staff will complete a 40-hour on-line course and pass fidelity markers in each of the 4 phases of FCT treatment. FCT Staff will further complete 20-hour on-line course and pass fidelity markers on each of the Recovery specific interventions of FCT Treatment. FCT Staff serve families while going through the credentialing process. (www.familycenteredtreatment.com)

The Role: Family Centered Treatment (FCT) Practitioner as an FCT Practitioner, you'll be at the forefront of helping families thrive by utilizing the evidence-based Family Centered Treatment (FCT) model. This role involves working closely with families who have experienced dysfunction, with the goal of keeping children in their homes or reunifying families. Many of the families we serve include parents dealing with substance abuse or addiction, so candidates with LCAS or CSAC licensure are highly encouraged to apply.

You will maintain an active caseload of 4-6 families, meeting with them multiple times a week in their homes. Flexibility is key, as sessions are scheduled at times that best suit the families, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends. You will work closely with Social Workers and other members of the Child and Family Team to provide comprehensive support.

Our Hiring goal begins for a hire date Mid-January and 1 hire every month with Qualified Candidates.

Qualifications We're Looking For:

• Licensure: LCAS or CSAC is preferred but not required.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year providing in-home services, with a strong background in trauma-informed care.
• Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a Human Services field with 2 years of verifiable Child Mental Health experience.
• Skills: Ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse population, demonstrate flexibility and creativity, and exhibit strong conflict resolution skills.
• Personal Traits: An enthusiastic learner, willing to make mistakes and grow. A team player who understands the value of collaboration with partners and stakeholders.
• Be willing to work with families dealing with Substance Use/Addiciton
• Be willing to pursue LCAS/CADC credential immediately upon hire if not already earned

Perks and Benefits:

• $100 Monthly Wellness Stipend
• Paid Time Off - All Purpose Leave
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Office Equipment Provided (Laptop, Phone)
• Optional AFLAC Supplemental Benefits after 30 days

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Training: SPARC provides thorough training to ensure you feel equipped and confident in your role. You will complete a 40-hour online course and pass fidelity markers in each of the 4 phases of FCT treatment while serving families.
• A Supportive Environment: We are a team that learns and grows together, with a strong focus on collaboration and mutual support.

Join Our Mission: SPARC’s mission is to ignite connections to education, employment, and mentorship, strengthening the well-being and personal freedom of people and families in need. If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of families and meet our qualifications, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Now: Learn more about us at www.thesparcfoundation.org. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume. We are committed to diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Salary: $50,000.00 to $55,000.00 per year

SPARC is an equal opportunity employer. We value the many perspectives that arise from a variety of cultures, races, genders, religions, national origins, ages, physical and cognitive capabilities, and sexual orientations. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• On call

Language:

• Bilingual (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Asheville, NC 28801 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Asheville, NC 28801: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000