Functional Family Specialist -Mason City

## FFT-Mason City

**What you will do?**

As the **Functional Family Specialist** you will be responsible for assessing client interactions, formulating interventions based on the identified treatment plan, evaluating the progress of treatment goals and providing direct care services. The position will be assigned to the 2nd judicial district cases. Specific responsibilities include:

**Direct Services**

• Provide a minimum of one-hour weekly, home-based family therapy sessions to clients
• Utilize the Functional Family Therapy model with families who have adolescents between the ages of 10 and 18.
• Hande a caseload of 10 to 15 families, providing services anywhere from eight to 26 weeks.
• Maintain flexibility in schedule to meet families when they are available.

**Case Management Implementation**

• Facilitate community resource planning, case progress evaluation & permanency planning.
• Participate in discharge planning & documentation.
• Interface with school, medical & psychiatric contacts, referring worker and collaterals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for case management.

**Why work here?**

Four Oaks understands the importance of supporting and treating one another as if they were our own family members. We believe in maintaining a healthy work/life balance while providing career paths for everyone. Our organization flourishes in an environment of equal opportunity and fair treatment for all. The effects of diversity and inclusion have created an atmosphere of positivity which connects us to the customers we serve. As a valued team member, you are eligible for:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401k Retirement plan
• Growth & Advancement opportunities
• Excellent paid leave time package
• 7 Paid holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Business casual work environment
• Educational discounts
• Fitness Center Discounts

## Qualifications & Program Information

**What you need:**

A Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, human services, criminal justice or a related field is needed for this position. Prior experience in family therapy or youth services preferable but, not required.