CYS' Multisystemic Therapy (MST) program is an evidence-based program that works with youth (ages 12-17) and their families. MST focuses on empowering caregivers and youth through individualized interventions that will be most effective at utilizing the family's strengths to create sustainable change. Being a part of the MST program means you get to help families achieve their goals within a short amount of time (3-5 months) while celebrating their accomplishments along the way. As an MST Therapist or Bachelor's Clinician 1, you will be provided excellent training, including a 5-day MST Orientation, and ongoing support through the MST model, and quarterly booster trainings. MST therapists get the opportunity to address all environmental systems that impact the youth and family, allowing the ability to treat individuals, couples, families and incorporating any other critical supports involved. The MST program serves youth experiencing challenges in the following areas family conflict, school, juvenile justice, mental health, and acting out behaviors. MST is a voluntary, family-focused treatment program that supports a family's vision for a better future.
Starting salary for Licensed Therapist $7361 to $9438; for Bachelor's Clinician1 $6693 to 8581 (both per month). Full-time, Exempt.
We Are Looking for Someone Who...
- Believes in the power of families and strengths-based work
- Is comfortable working in the community, in homes, and across multiple systems
- Values coaching, supervision, and continuous growth
- Thrives in a flexible, fast-paced, supportive environment
- Is committed to model fidelity and excellent client care.
In the MST program, there are several unique characteristics that therapists may find appealing, including:
- Low caseloads (4-6 families at a time)
- Frequent supervision that therapists can count towards licensure hours (about 2 hours per week)
- Opportunity to work within many modalities of therapy (individual, couples, families)
- A flexible work schedule that allows therapists to serve families when most convenient for the families while also maintaining a positive work-life balance for the therapist
- Frequent in-house trainings that count towards Continuing Education hours (typically about 24 hours per year)
- Ongoing support and opportunities for professional growth through Clinical Development Plans
- A focus on positive outcomes, evidence, and data-driven results - therapists know they are making a positive impact with families!
- To be a part of one of the most researched evidence-based practices that are effective with youth & families worldwide
- An excellent benefits package including generous time off (both vacation and sick leave) to encourage work-life balance (see below)
New MST Therapists/ Bachelor's Clinician would be joining a small team of up to six therapists and two supervisors.
If you are interested in learning more about the MST model, you can go to MSTservices. com
Benefits Information:
New, full-time employees are provided the following:
- 12 hours of vacation leave per month (3.6 weeks per year)
- 11+ paid Holidays
- 8 hours of sick leave per month (12 days per year)
- Merit increases of 2.8% annually within the pay grade
- A pay increase of 6% when a therapist becomes fully licensed
- CYS pays for license renewals
- Cost of Living increases annually when possible
- Free benefits valued at $500.00 per month + that include:
- Health insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) - CYS contributes $100 per month
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Teledoc
- Employee Assistance Program
After one year of employment:
- Retirement: 100% vested with no time minimums. 3% CYS contribution toward your 403(b) whether or not you invest yourself. Additional 100% CYS match of your retirement contributions up to 2% of your compensation.
- Eligible to apply for the tuition assistance program.
CYS is an approved National Health Service Corps site. To apply for student loan repayment or get information on this option, see http://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loanrepayment/
Qualifications:
Education & Experience (Two Pathways)
Clinician I (Bachelor's Level):
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field (Master's preferred).
Two years of experience providing home-, community-, or school-based services.
Therapist (Master's Level):
Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
Two years of experience in home-, community-, or school-based services preferred but not required.
Credentialing Requirements
Ability to be credentialed as a Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor (minimum requirement for both pathways).
Clinician 1 applicants must meet the requirements to be credentialed with an AAC.
Therapist-level applicants must meet requirements to be credentialed as a Child Mental Health Specialist.
SUDPt/SUDP credential preferred but not required.
Knowledge & Skills
Experience with clinical documentation, including case notes, treatment plans, service plans, discharge summaries, and data collection.
Experience working within multiple systems such as Juvenile Justice, mental health, education, DCFS, and natural support networks.
Understanding of legal processes related to children and families (dependency, juvenile court procedures, DCFS processes).
Strong self-management skills, organization, efficiency, and ability to meet deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Outlook, and comfort using electronic health record systems.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and participate in an on-call rotation for MST client crises.
Major Responsibilities & Related Tasks
Program Responsibilities
- Provide home-, school-, and community-based therapy and support using MST-prescribed strategies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Behavioral Therapy techniques.
- Maintain a caseload of four to six families, ensuring consistent engagement and a strengths-based approach.
Maintain fidelity to the MST model, including adherence to MST principles, the MST analytical process, and required data collection. - Participate in weekly group supervision with the CYS MST team and consultation with the MST expert consultant; actively implement feedback.
- Collaborate regularly with community partners, referral sources, schools, Juvenile Justice, and other supports involved with the family.
- Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including MST-specific documentation, CYS records, EHR entries, and contract-mandated reports.
- Assist in evaluating the appropriateness of new MST referrals.
- Support families in developing long-term sustainability plans and natural community supports to maintain progress after formal MST services end.
- Participate in all Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities within the MST model, including adherence measures, session recording, and other CQI tasks.
- For Master's-level applicants: may be required to complete Mental Health Assessments.
Additional Agency Qualifications can be found on the Career Landing page of the website.
