Functional Family Therapist - Kennett Square, PA
 Merakey | |
$31.37/hour + mileage reimbursement
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tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, mileage reimbursement
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 United States, Pennsylvania, Kennett Square | |
| 503 North Walnut Road (Show on map) | |
 Sep 29, 2026 | |
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Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking aFunctionalFamily Therapistto join our teaminKennett Square, PA. Position details: FFT therapists conduct family therapy sessions, with each child assigned to his/her caseload using the FFT (Functional Family Therapy) model. FFT therapists will manage a caseload of 10-12 families and services will be provided in the family home or community settings: with sessions being scheduled around the family's availability. The FFT therapist will learn the FFT model and consult with direct supervisor and national consultant to achieve fidelity and adherence to the FFT model. Extensive training, supervision and consultation is provided. FFT is an evidenced based practice. Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team?At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking aFamily Functional Therapistto Join our team inKennett Square, PA. Earn $31.37/hour + mileage reimbursement. A work cell phone and laptop is provided. Position Details The Functional Family Therapist will provide structured family therapy sessions to children and their families using the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model. The therapist will maintain a caseload of 10-12 families and deliver services primarily in the family's home, scheduling sessions based on family availability. This role includes completing training in the FFT model and working closely with a direct supervisor and national consultant to ensure fidelity to the model and successful outcomes for each family. Schedule All sessions are scheduled based on the needs of the family. The average caseload is 8-12 families, each seen at least once per week. Working hours vary, as staff have autonomy to schedule sessions directly with families. Most staff typically work shifts such as 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 11 a.m.-7 p.m., or 12 p.m.-8 p.m., and some may choose to work occasional Saturdays to accommodate client needs. There is one mandatory in-office meeting every Monday at 10 a.m. Overall, the schedule offers flexibility similar to Family Based services. Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
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