Clinician, Functional Family Therapist-Tarrytown, NY
Company: Greater Mental Health of New York
Location: Tarrytown
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Reports To: Coordinator,
Functional Family Therapy-Child Welfare Program: Functional Family
Therapy-Child Welfare Location: Tarrytown, NY (Mobile) Hours Per
Week: 35 FLSA Status: Full Time, Exempt Salary Range:
$62,000-$75,000 annually (Bi-lingual candidates may qualify for
additional compensation) Summary Description: The Functional Family
Therapy Child Welfare (FFT-CW) Clinician is responsible for
providing FFT services to children and families involved in the
child welfare system. This evidence-based practice will be
conducted in the family’s home setting. The goals of this
short-term intervention are to improve family functioning, improve
communication, reduce conflict, decrease problem behaviors, reduce
hospitalization, reduce out of home placements and delinquency,
improve parenting skills, and increase effective problem-solving
skills. The Clinician must have the ability to internalize, work
within the FFT philosophy, and model as well as being able to adapt
and individualize program intervention to utilize family strengths
and skills. The Clinician must be eligible and maintain a
certification as a Functional Family Therapist Clinician. Training
and certification will be provided during the first year of
employment. The Clinician will support recovery by providing
services that reflect our deeply held values that include the
recognition of individual rights of self-determination, choice,
shared decision-making and collaboration. The Clinician will
utilize this evidence-based practice; always embracing a
trauma-informed and person-centered approach. Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct clinical services to approximately 8-9 families each
month which may include, but are not limited to, outreach,
assessment and treatment planning, weekly family therapy, crisis
counseling and intervention, and community consultation and
education. Coordinate treatment with other community agencies and
service providers and participate in meetings as needed.
Participate in program development, training programs and/or
meetings as designated by Program Coordinator. Maintain up-to-date
and complete case records, including documentation, and provide
written reports and statistics as required. Complete the required
number of client contacts per month. Follow the established agency
policies and procedures and meet all guidelines set forth by the
Department of Social Services contract. Provide 24-hour telephonic
crisis intervention services on a rotating basis Due to the nature
of the program, must have the ability to be flexible with working
hours. Maintain appropriate professional standards. Other
designated or related duties. Key Competencies: Knowledge of the
common challenges associated with mental health conditions.
Knowledge of the common challenges associated with child welfare
involved families. Understanding of the impact of culture on mental
health practices. Familiarity with and ability to effectively use
an Electronic Health Record system. Strong crisis intervention
skills. Excellent problem-solving skills. Bilingual Spanish
preferred. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Complete all FFT
trainings and maintain FFT certification. Complete documentation
accurately and in a timely manner, as per regulatory bodies.
Complete required number of contacts per month. Requirements: Must
have a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or
a related field. Must be eligible for certification as a functional
family therapist and complete training within the 12-months post
hire. Demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to
work successfully with a wide range of people. Must be able to work
hours that facilitate meetings with families after school hours.
Must be reliable and able to work independently and understand the
importance of maintaining confidentiality. Ability to document in
an electronic health record is required. Proficiency in Microsoft
Office suite and database management systems. Fluency in English
(Reading, Writing, Speaking). Bilingual Spanish a plus. Must have a
valid Driver’s License and a driving record that is satisfactory to
our insurance carrier. Must maintain current New York State
Defensive Driving certification. Must be cleared and maintain
clearance by applicable regulatory clearances as required. Must be
legally eligible to work in the United States. Special
Considerations : Hours per week, reporting structure, and location
are subject to change per program needs. This is a mobile position
requiring field work. Must be available to meet with families
during after-school hours. Mandated Reporter: This is a Mandated
Reporter position. The NYS Justice Center legislation defines
anyone who has regular and substantial contact with any person with
special needs as a “custodian” under the law and, therefore, a
mandated reporter. You can be held liable by both the civil and
criminal legal systems for intentionally failing to make a report.
Greater Mental Health of New York is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran
status, or genetic information. Greater Mental Health of New York
is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable
accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its
services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable
accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.
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