Therapist in Rochester, New York at The Society for the Protection and Care of Children (SPCC)

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a passionate and skilled Therapist to join our Family Trauma Intervention Program (FTIP). In this role, you will provide home-based therapeutic services to children and families experiencing significant trauma, including abuse, neglect, and domestic violence. This position focuses on strengthening family relationships, supporting child well-being, and preventing foster care placement through evidence-based, trauma-informed practices grounded in Attachment Theory and Psychodynamic frameworks.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provide home-based therapeutic services to children and caregivers, including individual and family therapy, caregiver support, crisis intervention, and case coordination.
• Complete comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, safety plans, and timely progress notes in applicable record systems
• Maintain accurate and current case records and complete required monthly reporting and statistics.
• Coordinate services with the Monroe County Department of Human Services, Child Protective Services, Preventive Unit, and other community providers.
• Facilitate referrals and connect children and families with appropriate community resources and support.
• Collaborate with community partners to strengthen referral networks and promote positive outcomes for families.
• Participate actively in individual and group supervision, reflective practice, team meetings, and required trainings.
• Provide community education and outreach when requested.
• Transport or accompany clients to services when appropriate.
• Support the training and supervision of interns and volunteers.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of child development, attachment theory, trauma, child maltreatment, family systems, and culturally responsive practice.
• Demonstrated ability to provide ethical, strengths-based, and trauma-informed clinical services to children and caregivers.
• Clinical psychotherapy skills necessary to support children and families impacted by trauma, loss, poverty, and/or child maltreatment or abuse.
• Professional reflective capacity and an understanding of trauma informed care, equity work, and ethical practices.
• Willingness to engage in building reflective practice (e.g., capacity for introspection, communicating awareness of self in relation to others, recognizing value of supervision, etc.)
• Detail-oriented, organized and strong communication skills (both verbal and in writing)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Creative Arts Therapy, or another license-eligible behavioral health field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing services to children and families impacted by trauma, abuse, neglect, or other adverse experiences.
• Must be currently licensed in New York State in an appropriate mental health discipline or hold an active New York State limited permit at the time of hire or hold a limited permit or licensure within 6 weeks of hire. Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining active licensure or limited permit status in good standing throughout the duration of employment.
• Experience with Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and/or other trauma-focused evidence-based practices preferred.
• Interest in or experience working with infants and young children (ages 0–6) and their families from an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) perspective preferred.

WORKING AT SPCC: SPCC is committed to providing a trauma-informed, supportive, and inclusive work environment. We value flexibility, professional growth, and reflective supervision. Our team is passionate about equity, justice, and meaningful relationships. Join us in creating a lasting impact on the lives of families in our community.

Candidate must successfully complete all required background checks and clearances and possess a valid NYS driver’s license with required insurance.

This position is benefits eligible.

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