Family Therapist

Since its founding in 1985, Queen of Peace Center (QOPC) has been providing family-centered behavioral healthcare for women, children, and families. As a member of the Federation of Catholic Charities, we serve the metropolitan and surrounding St. Louis area through four core programs: prevention, education, treatment, and housing.


POSITION SUMMARY

Catholic Charities of St. Louis, Queen of Peace Center, is seeking a Family Therapist to provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals and families impacted by substance use and co-occurring behavioral health challenges. Using family-centered and trauma-informed approaches, this role helps strengthen relationships, support recovery, and promote long-term stability through individual, family, group, and community-based services. As part of a collaborative treatment team, the Family Therapist develops treatment plans, provides clinical interventions, and empowers families to build healthier futures while advancing Queen of Peace Center's mission of restoring hope, fostering healing, and transforming lives.


Starting salary for this role is $50,000.

OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide family therapy services utilizing evidence-based family systems and therapeutic interventions to address family dysfunction related to substance use and behavioral health concerns.
• Assess family dynamics, identify dysfunctional interaction patterns, and develop strategies that promote healthy communication, relationships, and long-term family stability.
• Facilitate individual, family, group therapy, and psychoeducational services as indicated by the treatment plan.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and update family-focused treatment goals and interventions based on client and family progress.
• Conduct in-home therapy and community-based services as needed to meet client and family needs.
• Transport clients when necessary and approved by ministry policy, using a personal vehicle and maintaining all required licensure, insurance, and safety standards.
• Document assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, service delivery, and outcomes in accordance with agency, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team members and provide support with substance use counseling services as needed.
• Meet established productivity, billing, and documentation standards while maintaining quality client care.
• Participate in staff meetings, clinical supervision, professional development activities, and required trainings.
• Maintain flexible scheduling availability, including occasional evenings and weekends, to support client and family engagement.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field; or certification through the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT).
• Minimum one (1) year of supervised experience providing family therapy or family counseling services.
• Working knowledge of Family Systems Theory, family treatment planning, and evidence-based family therapy modalities.
• Knowledge of professional ethics and standards, including AAMFT Code of Ethics or applicable professional licensing board requirements.
• Valid driver's license (MO residents require Class E), personal vehicle, and proof of insurance required.
• If in recovery, minimum of two (2) years of sustained sobriety.

Queen of Peace Center does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. Queen of Peace Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.


Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.


Our Mission

To bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence.

Providing family-centered care for women with substance-use disorders, their families, and at-risk youth through treatment, prevention and education, and housing.

Benefits

As a part of the Catholic Charities family, you'll have the resources to care for those closest to you. Options include generous parental leave policies, flexible working arrangements, group life insurance, permanent health insurance, and dedicated support to help you find the right child care or elder care.