Child and Adolescent In Home Co-Therapist

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Child and Adolescent In-Home Co-Therapist to support children and families receiving behavioral health services in Butler County. This position operates within a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model, focusing on person-centered care, early intervention, family engagement, and coordination of services for children and adolescents experiencing mental health challenges. The Co-Therapist works closely with consumers, families, and the treatment team to promote stabilization, recovery, and long-term wellness in the least restrictive environment possible.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health-related field required
• Case Management certification required
• CANS (Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths) certification required
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with children, adolescents, and families in community-based settings
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and person-centered treatment planning preferred

Responsibilities:

• Conduct systematic assessments of consumers’ unmet behavioral health, emotional, and social needs
• Utilize CANS assessments to support treatment planning and service coordination
• Collaborate with therapists, Program Director, families, schools, and other professionals involved in the consumer’s care
• Develop and maintain individualized, person-centered plans of care that support stabilization and recovery
• Assist families in accessing community resources, benefits, and support services
• Support continuity of care and coordination of services across providers within the CCBHC care model
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in compliance with agency standards and CCBHC requirements
• Promote family engagement and advocate for the best interests of children and adolescents receiving services

ALL candidates must be able to type and have basic computer skills, possess a valid AL driver’s license, eligibility for coverage under center liability insurance and individually held vehicle liability insurance with a clear background check.