Functional Family Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

National Counseling Group has been the most trusted provider for Home-Based and Community services in Virginia since 1993. Through the years, our dedication to excellence, results and innovation has resulted in becoming the leading provider for mental, behavioral, and substance use services.
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Our dedication to the individuals we serve and the communities in which they live is the foundation for everything we do. With passionate and knowledge staff, we are able to make an impact with individuals who need it most.

About the Role

Are you a compassionate and dedicated mental health professional looking to make a meaningful impact? National Counseling Group (NCG), is seeking a Functional Family Therapist (FFT) to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with youth and their families to address challenging behaviors through a structured, evidence-based treatment model. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, engage families in active, change-oriented therapy, and implement individualized treatment plans focused on achieving meaningful outcomes. Carrying a caseload of 10–12 clients, you will collaborate closely with families and community systems to build trust, ensure engagement, and support long-term success. Your work will include maintaining clear documentation aligned with the FFT model, participating in supervision and training, and delivering direct clinical services that make a tangible difference in the lives of those you serve. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a supportive, mission-driven team while developing your expertise in a proven therapeutic approach.

As a Functional Family Therapist, you will provide:

• Conduct a comprehensive initial assessment to include all desired treatment outcomes, assessment of systemic strengths and needs, comprehensive safety plan, and analysis of contributing factors to referral behaviors
• Carry a caseload of 10-12 clients
• Engage the entire family unit in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement
• Implement problem conceptualization, treatment planning, intervention implementation, case outcome review, and strategy revision procedure
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts that promote peer and supervisory review and feedback, and that demonstrate compliance with the FFT model
• Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system to ensure their buy-in and cooperation throughout FFT treatment
• Provide direct clinical treatment using methods compatible with the FFT model
• Participate in all FFT training, supervision and consultation activities

This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position.

Compensation

This role is compensated on a variable rate model, designed to reward productivity while providing consistent earning opportunity through established referral volume.

• Compensation: $51,993 - $73,494

Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.

This is a variable rate non-exempt position with unlimited earning potential. Your effort drives your earnings, no limits.

What You Can Expect

• Consistent referral volume and established patient base
• Administrative and scheduling support
• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive clinical and operational leadership
• Opportunities to build your preferred clinical focus areas
• Streamlined onboarding and credentialing support

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy sessions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with care teams as needed
• Maintain compliance with all clinical and regulatory standards
• Participate in supervision (if applicable based on licensure level)

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Qualified Mental health Professional
• License eligible (Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work)
• LPC, LCSW, LMFT

Experience (Preferred)

• Direct use of pragmatic (i.e. structural, strategic and functional) family therapies
• Individual therapy with children and adults using cognitive behavioral techniques
• Marital therapy using behaviorally-based approaches
• Behavioral therapy targeting behavior change

Why Join Us

We are focused on creating a model where clinicians are supported, not overloaded. You'll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, the support to maintain a steady caseload, and the opportunity to grow within a stable, mission-driven organization.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from our competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare.
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
• Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Legal Notice:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment is at-will and contingent upon successful completion of background checks and credential verification. We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Must be authorized to work in the United States. Compensation varies based on licensure, experience, and caseload. ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug-free workplace.