Therapist, IECMH Specialist

SPCC Society for the Protection & Care of Children

. Provide primarily home-based clinical services to a blended caseload of young children and caregivers .

Posted 11/6/2026full-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 trauma-informed clinical services to young children and families, utilizing frameworks such as DC:0-5™ and Child-Parent Psychotherapy. Maintains strong clinical documentation and collaborative relationships with community resources while adhering to ethical standards.

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) TrainingInfant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) KnowledgeTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) ExperienceClinical Psychotherapy Skills for Young Children

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Hard Skills

Clinical AssessmentTreatment PlanningCrisis InterventionCase CoordinationDevelopmentally Appropriate ApproachesDocumentation in NYS ConnectionsPreventive FTIP ServicesFamily Assessment and Service Plan (FASP) ReportingTrauma-Informed TreatmentEngagement with Preverbal Children

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedOrganizedStrong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationCollaborative Relationship Building

Tools & Technologies

SPCC Internal Record SystemNYS Connections

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed in New York StateEndorsement for Culturally Sensitive Practice (IMH-E®) Preferred

Industry Keywords

Child Advocacy CenterMultidisciplinary TeamTrauma-Related BehaviorsChild MaltreatmentAttachment IssuesCommunity ResourcesPreventive ServicesCrisis Intervention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide primarily home-based clinical services to a blended caseload of young children and caregivers
Provide dyadic, individual, and family therapy, caregiver support, case coordination, referrals, and crisis intervention
Complete developmentally appropriate clinical assessments and treatment plans, including caregiver-child interaction observations
Use the DC:0-5™ Diagnostic Classification to inform assessment, case formulation, and diagnosis for children under six
Develop safety plans and maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in SPCC’s internal record system and NYS Connections when applicable
Track cases by funding stream and complete monthly program statistics
Coordinate referrals to community resources including Early Intervention, CPSE, pediatric, and adult mental health services
Provide preventive FTIP services to families referred by MCDHS
Initiate family contact and coordinate service initiation with assigned MCDHS caseworkers
Complete preventive mandates and Family Assessment and Service Plan (FASP) reports in NYS Connections
Provide FTIP services to children and families impacted by crime through OVS-funded community referrals
Co-locate regularly at the Child Advocacy Center to provide IECMH-focused, trauma-informed treatment
Provide relationship-focused dyadic treatment such as Child-Parent Psychotherapy
Support caregivers in responding to children’s trauma-related behaviors and address caregiver distress and trauma history
Participate in CAC multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews
Coordinate with the Clinical Supervisor regarding subpoenas, court requests, and testimony
Complete funder-specific documentation and reporting for CAC cases
Build collaborative relationships with community agencies, referral sources, and program partners
Participate in individual and group supervision, reflective supervision, consultation, trainings, and program meetings
Provide community education as requested
Accompany or transport clients to services as applicable
Assist with training and supervision of program volunteers and interns

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling (LMHC), Social Work (LCSW, LMSW), Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Creative Arts Therapy (LCAT), Psychology (licensed) or a related license-eligible field
Minimum of two years of experience working with trauma, children, and families
At least one year of clinical experience with infants, toddlers, and/or young children (0-6) and their caregivers
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 contingent upon maintaining active licensure or limited permit status in good standing
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH)
Training in Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) required, or willingness to complete CPP training within the first year of employment
Familiarity with the DC:0-5™ diagnostic framework preferred; training provided upon hire if needed
Endorsement for Culturally Sensitive, Relationship-Focused Practice Promoting Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health® (IMH-E®) preferred, or commitment to pursue Endorsement
Experience with Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and/or other trauma-focused clinical practices preferred
Experience within a Child Advocacy Center, multidisciplinary team, or with children and families impacted by sexual abuse preferred
Familiarity with the psycho-social aspects of child maltreatment, attachment, and multi-cultural issues
Strong clinical psychotherapy skills for infants, young children, and families impacted by trauma, loss, poverty, and/or child maltreatment
Specialized knowledge of infant and early childhood development, attachment, and caregiver-child relationships
Ability to engage very young and preverbal children through play, observation, and developmentally attuned approaches
Ability to work within multidisciplinary and investigative systems while maintaining a therapeutic stance
Detail-oriented, organized, and strong verbal and written communication skills
Adherence to professional and ethical standards, confidentiality, and documentation requirements
Commitment to trauma-informed, equitable, and humanity-centered care
Successful completion of required background checks and clearances
Valid NYS driver’s license with required insurance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligible
Flexible work environment
Professional growth opportunities
Reflective supervision
Required trainings and workshops/seminars
Community education and professional development opportunities