Multisystemic Therapist

MST Therapist Or Bachelor's Clinician 1

CYS' Multisystemic Therapy (MST) program is an evidence-based program that works with youth (ages 12-17) and their families. MST focuses on empowering caregivers and youth through individualized interventions that will be most effective at utilizing the family's strengths to create sustainable change. Being a part of the MST program means you get to help families achieve their goals within a short amount of time (3-5 months) while celebrating their accomplishments along the way.

As an MST Therapist or Bachelor's Clinician 1, you will be provided excellent training, including a 5-day MST Orientation, and ongoing support through the MST model, and quarterly booster trainings. MST therapists get the opportunity to address all environmental systems that impact the youth and family, allowing the ability to treat individuals, couples, families and incorporating any other critical supports involved.

The MST program serves youth experiencing challenges in the following areas family conflict, school, juvenile justice, mental health, and acting out behaviors. MST is a voluntary, family-focused treatment program that supports a family's vision for a better future.

Starting salary for Licensed Therapist $7361 to $9438 per month). Full-time, Exempt.

We Are Looking for Someone Who…

• Believes in the power of families and strengths‑based work
• Is comfortable working in the community, in homes, and across multiple systems
• Values coaching, supervision, and continuous growth
• Thrives in a flexible, fast‑paced, supportive environment
• Is committed to model fidelity and excellent client care.

CYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, religion, age, marital or nursing mother status, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

In the MST program, there are several unique characteristics that therapists may find appealing, including:

• Low caseloads (4-6 families at a time)
• Frequent supervision that therapists can count towards licensure hours (about 2 hours per week)
• Opportunity to work within many modalities of therapy (individual, couples, families)
• A flexible work schedule that allows therapists to serve families when most convenient for the families while also maintaining a positive work-life balance for the therapist
• Frequent in-house trainings that count towards Continuing Education hours (typically about 24 hours per year)
• Ongoing support and opportunities for professional growth through Clinical Development Plans
• A focus on positive outcomes, evidence, and data-driven results – therapists know they are making a positive impact with families!
• To be a part of one of the most researched evidence-based practices that are effective with youth & families worldwide
• An excellent benefits package including generous time off (both vacation and sick leave) to encourage work-life balance (see below)

New MST Therapists/ Bachelor's Clinician would be joining a small team of up to six therapists and two supervisors.

About the Agency:

CYS has been a successful and established non-profit in downtown Olympia for nearly 50 years, providing a full continuum of care to meet the needs of at-risk youth and their families in our community. Our 20+ programs help youth with: housing, placement stabilization, family preservation, foster care, education, job training, employment, independent living skills, delinquent behaviors, shelter, and basic needs. About 4,000 youth – and their families – seek services annually in their transition to become independent, successful adult members of society.

Community Youth Services is the largest child welfare agency serving southwest Washington, employing over 165 staff and supporting volunteers across the organization. CYS provides a staff-driven culture where we view our staff as our greatest asset in providing quality services.

Benefits Information:

• 12 hours of vacation leave per month (3.6…