WHO IS YFA?

Youth and Family Alternatives, Inc. (YFA) is a progressive not-for-profit organization of 300+ staff who are dedicated to working in partnership with communities and families to create a safe, nurturing environment for children and to lead the way in building a bridge for children to have a stable and loving family. Established in 1970, YFA has been around for over 50 years, with services spanning seven counties across Florida. No matter the role, we believe every team member at YFA has a critical role in supporting our children and our communities and we constantly strive to ensure a positive, purpose-driven, dynamic work environment for you to learn, grow and meet your fullest potential. If these values appeal to you and you would like to invest your time, energy, and talent in a cause that can make a difference in a child and family’s future, then we may have a place for you on our team!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule, for in person and telehealth services for children and adults.

Specific job related duties include but are not limited to:

• Conduct intakes, psychosocial assessments, and mental health diagnosis including the clients’ acuity, strengths, and treatment needs.
• Develop family-centered and culturally appropriate treatment plans and provides outpatient services to include providing individual counseling, family counseling/training, and/or group counseling.
• Use evidence-based practices and trauma-informed practices.
• Provide individual, group and family therapy according to Evidence Based Practices and accordance with policies and procedures
• Responsible for clinical documentation, i.e., progress notes, patient assessments, service/treatment plans, and other forms/records as required in a timely manner. Maintain detailed case files and other documentation in 100% compliance with the program standards.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Master's Degree in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, special education and or a human services field is required
• Licensed (LHMC, LCSW, LMFT, LPC) preferred
• Must be able to pass Level 2 FDLE background screen and local background screen in the county of residence
• Experience working with Medicaid a plus
• Experience working with individuals and families with mental health issues
• Experience working within a variety of community-based settings is preferred.
• Excellent ability to engage individuals and families utilizing exemplary customer service skills is required.
• Experience providing Trauma Informed treatment