Cayuga Centers is an accredited non-profit, human services agency dedicated to family support and preservation, trauma-informed care, and serving vulnerable populations with the most unique needs. Founded in 1852 in Auburn, NY, we have a long history of delivering high-quality and innovative services to individuals, children, youth and families. We have program offices across 8 states and survive over 10,000 individuals and families annually. Join us!

At Cayuga Centers, we embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do this by taking a firm stance against hatred, inequality, bias, and injustice. We do this by providing our staff with the training, coaching, and resources necessary to grow and serve with cultural humility, acceptance, and understanding. We are responsive to the diverse needs of those we serve and staff, and are committed to ensuring that everyone feels respected, valued, and a sense of belonging.

Cayuga Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee, or applicant based on race, color, creed, hair style/texture, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

About the Program and MST Therapist Position:

Multisystemic Therapy (MST) is a nationally researched and evidence-based model of home-based therapy. The key to MST is understanding the term multisystemic. This role provides clinical support working within the framework that incorporates the multitude of systems affecting an adolescent's life.

The Clinician working within this model helps the family to start the process of eliminating negative factors and building positive elements that will change family behavior. This makes a difference because it decreases negative behavior in the home, empowers the caregivers, helps rebuild relationships, teaches parents how to collaborate with outside providers, works on coping skills with the families, and more.

The MST model serves youth ages 11-18 with a history of juvenile delinquency or at imminent risk of out-of-home placement. In this role, we support youth and families by optimizing potential and nurturing the youth's positive role within their family and their community. Our MST Therapists help families reach their goals and desired outcomes through empowerment and strength-focused therapy.

We are committed to the potential and growth of our therapists and ensure you will receive ongoing training and consultation to support the development of your clinical skills within this model.

How you will get to use your skills as an MST Therapist...

Apply and develop your clinical assessment, evaluation, and family mental health therapy skills
Utilize a strengths-based and trauma-informed mental health practice to help children, youth, and families identify their strengths and needs
Provide intensive in-home therapy , 2-3 times per week
Learn an internationally utilized evidence-based mental health treatment model
Demonstrate an inclusive practice both in the office and in the field to support a diverse and accepting culture
Contribute to a multidisciplinary team that shares your passion for children and families

Required Experience of an MST Therapist:

Bachelor's degree with:
- Three years applicable experience in children's mental health, addiction, and/or foster care/child welfare/juvenile justice or other related human services field, certification in an evidence-based practice, must be enrolled, or willing to enroll, in a relevant graduate program - required
Master's degree - preferred
- License and/or Limited Permit in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, or Mental Health Counseling with experience in strength-based family and children services - strongly preferred
Experience working with children and families in a community-based or "in-home" setting
Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
A strong belief in the capacity of people to grow and change
Possess the knowledge, skills, and attitude needed to appreciate and encourage diversity, and understand the concept of cultural trauma as it applies to individual and family functioning
Knowledge and experience in formulating clinical mental health diagnoses and/or impressions
Ability to engage families who may have been unsuccessful in mental health clinic settings
Ability to have flexibility in hours worked both routinely, to meet children and families when they are available, and occasionally, in response to crises which may occur at any hour of any day
Valid NYS driver's license - required

Physical Requirements of an MST Therapist:

Use of a personal vehicle for driving to and from appointments and activities as assigned
Word processing: Including responding to emails and completing computerized documentation
Sitting for extended periods of time
Lifting up to 50 pounds
Walking distances
Walking up and down stairs inside/outside as well as inside and outside of homes

Schedule for an MST Therapist: Exempt

We are looking for an applicant who is willing to work a flexible schedule that suits the youth and family needs
Full-time: 40-hour-a-week position that will require evening and possibly weekend hours

Why Cayuga Centers?

Certified Great Place to Work ®
Council on Accreditation (COA) Accredited
Implement best practices and evidence-based interventions
Committed to employee professional development and advancement
We embrace change, innovation, and opportunities
Our diverse workforce acts and leads with human sensitivity and respect
Large and growing national footprint

Benefits of an MST Therapist:

120 hours of Vacation
10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment Time
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Pet and Legal Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
FSA, Transit, and Parking savings accounts
Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and enhanced short-term disability benefits
401(k) match up to 4%
Corporate Discounts Program
Sick Leave Pool
Identity Protection

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