Marriage and Family Therapist

Job Description

Are you a seasoned professional counselor seeking an organization where you can advance your career?

Do you have a passion for working with children and adolescents? If so, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for… Apply to join us as a Marriage and Family Therapist, today!

“Horizon is truly a best company to work for. Our person-centered approach allows me to be flexible with my patients, resulting in strong professional bonds that work to foster dynamic change!”

-Rachel S., LMSW, Senior Counselor II

What will your day look like?

Our highly regarded onboarding program will offer you direct mentorship with experienced counselors, individualized training, and a team of coworkers who want to ensure your success here at Horizon! We are all about collaboration. We want to hear your thoughts, work with you as a team, and help you build confidence!

Some of the day-to-day responsibilities you will have include:

Interact with patients and families on site as well as in community

Carry a small caseload of caregivers to discuss issues that are interfering with the parenting role

Preform family interventions with the goal of reinforcing skill based learning and provide education and therapy to families and other caregivers

Participate in weekly one-on-ones with your manager, as well as team meetings to discuss case presentations

Coordinate and collaborate with other service providers and family members

Maintain patient records consistent with regulatory requirements and quality assurance standards

Perform other duties as defined by the Program Director

Why choose Horizon to build your counseling career?

As a counselor, we want you to feel challenged, supported, and fulfilled in your work! The work we do is not easy, but it is rewarding. We pride ourselves on our unique corporate culture of caring and respect, while also being progressive and highly spirited!

What we offer that you will love:

Evidence-based clinical programming designed by leaders in the behavioral health field

State-of-the-art onboarding program, complete with your own clinical attending

Hundreds of clinical and nonclinical trainings available at our own Horizon University, 100% free!

Reimbursement of expenses for licensure, certification, and renewal

Career growth opportunities, including the flexibility to work in both mental health and addiction services

Student loan assistance. This program helps pay off our team members' student loans every month. One year after joining you will have been able to pay off an extra $600!

Quarterly bonuses with an annual earning potential of eight thousand dollars!

What has prepared you for this opportunity?

In addition to all of the all-nighters and cramming for exams…

Completed Master’s degree along with an New York State LMFT License

Location:

Our beautiful and welcoming clinics are located throughout Western New York, with locations in Erie, Niagara and Genesee counties. This position is specifically for our outpatient clinic located at 699 Hertel Ave, Buffalo NY.

Position Hours:

You’ll coordinate a personalized schedule with your supervisor that will meet both the clinic and patients’ needs as well as yours. Our outpatient clinics offer expanded hours Monday – Thursday so we’ll ask you to be available at least 2 evenings per week, but don’t worry about jeopardizing your work-life balance… we can help you create a schedule that works for you, as many locations close earlier on Fridays!

Compensation:

Horizon is consistently evaluating our compensation and benefit packages to ensure we remain competitive. The range of pay for this position is $48,750 - $67,400. Starting pay may be impacted based on experience and education. This position includes a bonus earning opportunity, with an annual max potential of $9,000, based on volume of service visits provided and cash equivalent opt out benefits. Compensation adjustments are evaluated annually.

Physical demands associated with this position include:

Sitting for extended periods, alternating between standing and sitting

Mobility required with repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements

Handling light duties, occasionally lifting objects up to 20 pounds

Horizon DEIB Statement:

Horizon commits to being an anti-racist, diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. Through self-reflection and our commitments to education, growth and development, increased workplace diversity throughout all levels of our organization and the cultivation of meaningful relationships, we pledge to advance equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all.

Disclaimers:

Horizon endorses public health measures including vaccinations. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the fact that Horizon is a healthcare agency providing in person services throughout our community.

This information is intended to provide a general overview of the position; it is not a full job description.