Qualifications: Incumbent must be a Christian with strong Christian values and a commitment to living a lifestyle that is aligned with Josiah Whites Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith. A Masters Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a degree which meets the standards for licensure by the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board is required. The incumbent must also have a valid drivers license with no restrictions that would limit the ability to perform job functions and the active pursuit or previous attainment of a license, such as an LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT, is required. All candidates must be license eligible and have secured full clinical licensure (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT), associate licensure (LSW, LMHCA, LMFTA), or a temporary permit to practice in the state of Indiana upon their start date.

　　[]{#_heading=h.gjdgxs}Reports to: Regional Manager (Fort Wayne) or Program Director-Family Preservation (Wabash)

　　**Job Summary: The Family Preservation Therapist is responsible for applying appropriate counseling skills, principles, and therapeutic modalities in the professional treatment effort as it applies to each family / child on the assigned caseload. This position will be an integral part of the treatment team's efforts toward ensuring the preservation of the referred family unit. The Family Preservation Therapist demonstrates the ability to exercise independent judgment and function as a team member. The Family Preservation Therapist must be equipped to identify the needs of the children and families in their care, and to address those needs through evidence-based practices. This position requires an overarching understanding of the entire continuum of services available for families, children, and the referring agencies. This Individual must demonstrate sensitivity to our service populations cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

　　**Basic Responsibilities

　　Family Preservation Therapy Services with Families

　　Assess family dynamics and needs to facilitate case plan goal achievement

　　Develop treatment plans with the client/family within established time frames

　　Provide individual/family/couples sessions, as needed, to address identified clinical needs using appropriate and evidence based therapeutic interventions.

　　Pursue case goals utilizing various resources in conjunction with other service providers

　　Assist in the management of client crises as indicates

　　Aid in the completion of regular family safety assessments and plans

　　Identify and engage informal supports to assist after Whites services are no longer active