Family Therapy Program Director

POSITION

We are hiring staff for a community-based violence prevention program that aims to reduce violent recidivism through intensive and voluntary therapeutic services. This program is part of the Atlas initiative and uses the evidence-based Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model to engage young people and their families in holistic anti-violence services. Atlas works to prevent violence by meeting people during a crisis, like a recent arrest or open court case and connecting them to a change process that nurtures hope and strengthens relationships. In collaboration with UWNYC to young people at elevated risk for violence in the community, victimization, or a re-arrest. FFT is an evidence-based intervention for youth and families. This high-quality, strength-focused family counseling model is designed for high-risk youth and young adults who have been referred by the criminal court, juvenile justice, mental health, school, or child welfare systems. Services are short-term and typically offered in the home, though services can be offered in the office or other community settings.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Model Implementation Provides leadership and vision to assist the FFT team in achieving goals, continually improving performance, and meeting challenges proactively and effectively Hire and provide clinical and administrative supervision to FFT staff Ensures relationships with partners and community groups are established and maintained Ensures compliance with the FFT model and quality of care Attend all required FFT & Clinical Service System training Administrative Responsibilities Collaborates with intra-agency departments and programs on programmatic, fiscal, IT, and human resources-related issues Participates in agency and external meetings Uses available data to identify needs, provide guidance to program staff, and inform the program of planning and quality service delivery Ensures appropriate training and supervision are provided to all staff; may develop and provide training opportunities across divisions to enhance the delivery of services and staff competencies Management Provides clinical supervision to FFT therapists and promotes professional development Adheres to program budgets and maintains programs’ fiscal viability Manages risks regarding client safety by adhering to all risk management protocols Facilitates team meetings to promote quality of care for the residents and families Responds to opportunities to expand service delivery options Performs all other duties assigned Ensures programmatic systems are in place to meet client service delivery needs

CORE COMPETENCIES

Ability to assess program needs, increase efficiencies, and build teams Ability to develop and execute strategic plans with staff members to enhance programming Empathy for youth and families, and a passion for including youth and family voices in programming operations Capacity to lead and supervise family-focused services within residential and community settings Expands and develops family-driven care Embodies model of care principles & values and ensures integration of said principles throughout the programs Supports and strengthens interdisciplinary practice Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills Skilled in using data to inform & guide practice Values and demonstrates cultural competency and an anti-oppressive lens Values professional development and participation in supervision and training.

EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIRED

Licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMFT) in a Behavioral Health or related field A minimum of three (3) years of experience in youth and family-serving programs A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a clinical or operations supervisor

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL EFFORT

Position: Full Time (This position has flexible schedule with the ability to work some weekends and evenings) Salary: $90,000-95,000 Primary Location: Staten Island, NY Benefit Status: This position is eligible for excellent benefits, including paid vacation and sick leave, medical and dental insurance, 403(b) retirement, life, and disability insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Evidence Based Associates