Evidence Based Associates, LLC
Bilingual Case Manager of Functional Family Therapy
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
RiseBoro’s Functional Family Therapy- Adult program is a therapeutic model that operates within its Clinical Services unit and is a strength-based, evidence-informed, culturally responsive intervention program that, at its core, aims to reduce community and interpersonal violence by engaging people in a change process that nurtures hope and strengthens relationships. Specific attention is paid to interfamilial and extra-familial factors, and how they present within and influence therapeutic processes. The Case Manager will:
Work with Therapists as part of the treatment team to provide therapeutic case management services to a caseload of 18-24 clients
Facilitate Aggression Replacement Training (ART) groups for young adults, 19 through 27 years of age
Participate in training for and provides specialized case management using the family systems based FFT-A model
Provide comprehensive assessments and intake processes of assigned clients
Engage and maintain regular contact with assigned clients, meeting regulatory requirements by conducting meetings of significant duration weekly, and conducting sessions of significant duration/frequency in accordance with the FFT-A model.
Assist clients in developing and implementing service plans and strategies of intervention considering all aspects of familial life and targeting behavioral change for individuals via FFT-A methodology
Participate in FFT-A training sessions, consultations, case conferences, and peer supervision
Consult with Therapists and Supervisor in providing services based on FFT-A principles
Maintain FFT-A case notes, statistical information, outcome monitoring and provide ongoing clinical assessments and case recommendations utilizing approved formats
Sustain comprehensive needs assessments of clients and families, devising and implementing individualized service plans in collaboration with all family service providers, utilizing strategies of intervention with consideration to family strengths and all aspects of the family's life and cultural background
Provide case management, crisis intervention, brokerage and networking advocacy
Coordinate services with other service providers, agencies and programs
Complete required documentation, assessments, case narratives, case plans and statistical information, reports and outcome data
Impart case recommendations regarding family engagement, clinical needs, or other developmental needs for the client as aligned with professional ethical guidelines
Assist with other related duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge and experience with individual, family, group modalities and/or crisis intervention techniques
Command and understanding of interventions with individuals with mental health issues
Proficiency in coaching functional individual and family interaction, communication, and collective growth
Skilled in working with hard to reach or distant individuals and families
Flexibility to work when the families are available to meet; which may include non-traditional hours
Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
Bilingual Spanish required
Capacity to internalize and work within the FFT-A philosophy and model
Expertise in working with young adults, 19 – 27 years of age preferred
Commitment to work with others, respect, elevate, and center cultural proficiency
Possess skills to engage families who may not want the service
Ability to adapt and individualize program interventions to utilize family strengths and skills
Commitment to empowering families to solve their own problems
Belief in the capacity of people to grow and change
Effectiveness in establishing mutually respectful relationships, in which the family is a full partner, and participants are empowered to solve their own problems
Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Have a demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice involved persons, etc.)
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a related subject area; equivalent relevant professional experience (at least 4 years) will be considered
Direct clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, or family systems preferred
One to four years related experience in social work, psychology or mental health settings with youth / young adults
EBA’s mission is to support families and strengthen communities through the high-quality implementation of evidence-based programs (EBPs). As a ‘production company’, we focus on the implementation issues back stage so that EBPs and community-based providers can be the ‘stars’ on stage. Over the past 20 years, EBA has served multiple states and counties in the areas of juvenile justice, child welfare, and behavioral health.
EBA offers a team of professionals with backgrounds in social services, juvenile justice, evidence-based programs, information technology and human resources. EBA’s interdisciplinary team brings a combined total of more than 150 years of experience in clinical services and program management related to community-based and evidence-based programs.
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RiseBoro’s Functional Family Therapy- Adult program is a therapeutic model that operates within its Clinical Services unit and is a strength-based, evidence-informed, culturally responsive intervention program that, at its core, aims to reduce community and interpersonal violence by engaging people in a change process that nurtures hope and strengthens relationships. Specific attention is paid to interfamilial and extra-familial factors, and how they present within and influence therapeutic processes. The Case Manager will:
Work with Therapists as part of the treatment team to provide therapeutic case management services to a caseload of 18-24 clients
Facilitate Aggression Replacement Training (ART) groups for young adults, 19 through 27 years of age
Participate in training for and provides specialized case management using the family systems based FFT-A model
Provide comprehensive assessments and intake processes of assigned clients
Engage and maintain regular contact with assigned clients, meeting regulatory requirements by conducting meetings of significant duration weekly, and conducting sessions of significant duration/frequency in accordance with the FFT-A model.
Assist clients in developing and implementing service plans and strategies of intervention considering all aspects of familial life and targeting behavioral change for individuals via FFT-A methodology
Participate in FFT-A training sessions, consultations, case conferences, and peer supervision
Consult with Therapists and Supervisor in providing services based on FFT-A principles
Maintain FFT-A case notes, statistical information, outcome monitoring and provide ongoing clinical assessments and case recommendations utilizing approved formats
Sustain comprehensive needs assessments of clients and families, devising and implementing individualized service plans in collaboration with all family service providers, utilizing strategies of intervention with consideration to family strengths and all aspects of the family's life and cultural background
Provide case management, crisis intervention, brokerage and networking advocacy
Coordinate services with other service providers, agencies and programs
Complete required documentation, assessments, case narratives, case plans and statistical information, reports and outcome data
Impart case recommendations regarding family engagement, clinical needs, or other developmental needs for the client as aligned with professional ethical guidelines
Assist with other related duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge and experience with individual, family, group modalities and/or crisis intervention techniques
Command and understanding of interventions with individuals with mental health issues
Proficiency in coaching functional individual and family interaction, communication, and collective growth
Skilled in working with hard to reach or distant individuals and families
Flexibility to work when the families are available to meet; which may include non-traditional hours
Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
Bilingual Spanish required
Capacity to internalize and work within the FFT-A philosophy and model
Expertise in working with young adults, 19 – 27 years of age preferred
Commitment to work with others, respect, elevate, and center cultural proficiency
Possess skills to engage families who may not want the service
Ability to adapt and individualize program interventions to utilize family strengths and skills
Commitment to empowering families to solve their own problems
Belief in the capacity of people to grow and change
Effectiveness in establishing mutually respectful relationships, in which the family is a full partner, and participants are empowered to solve their own problems
Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Have a demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice involved persons, etc.)
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a related subject area; equivalent relevant professional experience (at least 4 years) will be considered
Direct clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, or family systems preferred
One to four years related experience in social work, psychology or mental health settings with youth / young adults
EBA’s mission is to support families and strengthen communities through the high-quality implementation of evidence-based programs (EBPs). As a ‘production company’, we focus on the implementation issues back stage so that EBPs and community-based providers can be the ‘stars’ on stage. Over the past 20 years, EBA has served multiple states and counties in the areas of juvenile justice, child welfare, and behavioral health.
EBA offers a team of professionals with backgrounds in social services, juvenile justice, evidence-based programs, information technology and human resources. EBA’s interdisciplinary team brings a combined total of more than 150 years of experience in clinical services and program management related to community-based and evidence-based programs.
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