Marriage and Family Therapist

Full Heart Family Therapy
• Ankeny , IA , US

Posted 2 days ago

Description

We are seeking licensed therapists who are passionate about providing long-term relationship solutions to couples and families in their community. If this describes you, we may have a fantastic opportunity for you as our marriage and family therapist. Responsibilities include guiding patients through crises, diagnosing psychological disorders, highlighting problematic patterns that need to be changed, improving communication, and assisting patients in addressing dysfunctional behaviors. You must have current licensure as an LMFT (licensed marriage and family therapist) and 1-3 years of experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Please apply today if you are committed to providing high-quality care to your patients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and evaluations to determine appropriate treatment plans for clients
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions to clients with a variety of behavioral health concerns
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment goals and interventions
• Collect and analyze data to monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Utilize evidence-based practices in clinical counseling and therapy techniques
• Work with individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with special education needs
• Provide behavioral therapy and interventions to promote positive behavior change
• Conduct research and stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the field of mental health counseling
• Collaborate with pediatricians and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to pediatric clients
• Document patient records accurately and thoroughly in accordance with facility and licensing standards
• Provide mental health services to families, couples, individuals, and children utilizing solution-focused therapy strategies for improving relationships
• Attend and participate in weekly scheduled Clinical Team meetings and collaborate with community agencies
• Conduct intake and needs assessment of individuals, significant others, and family members by testing, interviewing, observing, and holding discussion sessions
• Engage in planning, implementation, and evaluation of therapeutic treatment programs for each patient

• Master's degree in Marital and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Psychology, or a related field
• State licensure or certification as a Clinical Therapist
• Experience working with couples and families is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of family systems techniques and interventions
• Experience with addictions and/or trauma-informed care is a plus
• CPR and BLS (Basic Life Support) certifications are required
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities, as well as outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, are needed
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and a bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or related field; preference to those with a master's degree
• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a clinical setting working as a marriage and family therapist
• State license that is current, unrestricted, and in good standing for a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) or equivalent

$72,000 - $125,000 yearly

About Full Heart Family Therapy

Full Heart Family Therapy is a small team of people who care and want to make a difference in people's lives. Our core values of connection, compassion, and collaboration shine through in all we do. We are dedicated to emotional and relational wellness for clients and our team members