Job Overview
Families facing complex challenges require specialized support. As an MST-CAN Family Therapist at Flintshire County Council, you will work with families to address specific problems and risk factors that brought them to the attention of Children's Services.
The role involves intensive home-based therapy for up to nine months, focusing on keeping families together, ensuring children's safety, and preventing abuse and neglect. You will work closely with families in their natural environment, using an MST-CAN approach that has proven effective in reducing mental health difficulties experienced by adults and children.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable families. If you are passionate about providing high-quality therapeutic services and have experience working with complex child protection cases, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver comprehensive Multisystemic Therapy (MST) interventions for child abuse and neglect cases.
* Work intensively with families in their homes for up to nine months.
* Address specific problems and risk factors contributing to child protection concerns.
* Maintain close relationships with families and provide ongoing support.
Requirements:
* Experience working with complex child protection cases.
* Strong therapeutic skills and ability to work with diverse family structures.
* Ability to communicate effectively with families and multidisciplinary teams.
Benefits:
* Minimum annual salary: £35,000-£40,000 (dependent on experience).
* Generous annual leave entitlement (34 days + bank holidays).
* Access to local government pension scheme.
* Hybrid working arrangements.
* Ongoing professional development opportunities.
About Us:
We are committed to supporting our employees' well-being and career growth. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional services to the community, and we are seeking like-minded individuals to join us.