Therapist

SPCC Society for the Protection & Care of Children

. Provide home-based therapeutic services to children and caregivers .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRochester • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62,400 - $66,560 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing therapeutic services to children and families, with a strong focus on trauma-informed care, ethical practices, and effective communication. Holds a Master's degree in a relevant behavioral health field and maintains active licensure in New York State.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Mental Health ProfessionalTrauma-Informed CareChild Development KnowledgeClinical Psychotherapy SkillsExperience with Child-Parent Psychotherapy

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Hard Skills

Individual TherapyFamily TherapyCrisis InterventionComprehensive AssessmentsTreatment PlanningCase CoordinationProgress Note DocumentationCommunity Resource CoordinationReflective PracticeEthical Clinical Services

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedOrganizedStrong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationProfessional Reflective Capacity

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Social WorkActive New York State LicenseLimited Permit (if applicable)

Industry Keywords

Child MaltreatmentFamily SystemsCulturally Responsive PracticeTraumaAdverse ExperiencesCommunity EducationOutreachInfant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH)Background ChecksNYS Driver’s License

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide home-based therapeutic services to children and caregivers
Conduct individual and family therapy, caregiver support, crisis intervention, and case coordination
Complete comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, safety plans, and timely progress notes
Maintain accurate case records and complete required monthly reporting and statistics
Coordinate services with Monroe County Department of Human Services, Child Protective Services, Preventive Unit, and community providers
Facilitate referrals and connect children and families with community resources and support
Collaborate with community partners to strengthen referral networks and promote positive family outcomes
Participate in individual and group supervision, reflective practice, team meetings, and required trainings
Provide community education and outreach when requested
Transport or accompany clients to services when appropriate
Support training and supervision of interns and volunteers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Creative Arts Therapy, or another license-eligible behavioral health field
Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing services to children and families impacted by trauma, abuse, neglect, or other adverse experiences
Must be currently licensed in New York State in an appropriate mental health discipline or hold an active New York State limited permit at the time of hire, or obtain a limited permit or licensure within 6 weeks of hire
Continued employment requires maintaining active licensure or limited permit status in good standing
Strong knowledge of child development, attachment theory, trauma, child maltreatment, family systems, and culturally responsive practice
Demonstrated ability to provide ethical, strengths-based, and trauma-informed clinical services to children and caregivers
Clinical psychotherapy skills supporting children and families impacted by trauma, loss, poverty, and/or child maltreatment or abuse
Professional reflective capacity and understanding of trauma-informed care, equity work, and ethical practices
Willingness to engage in reflective practice
Detail-oriented, organized, and strong verbal and written communication skills
Candidate must successfully complete all required background checks and clearances
Valid NYS driver’s license with required insurance
Experience with Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and/or other trauma-focused evidence-based practices preferred
Interest in or experience working with infants and young children ages 0–6 and their families from an IECMH perspective preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligible
Supportive and inclusive work environment
Flexible work environment
Professional growth opportunities
Reflective supervision
Required trainings
Valid NYS driver’s license with required insurance