Director of Family Therapy Services

Position OverviewJFS is looking for a compassionate, mission-driven individual to join the Family Therapy Services team as the Director of Family Therapy Services. The Director leads a new team that engages families referred to by juvenile justice and child welfare systems, and ensures referred families are connected in a timely manner to family therapy services utilizing Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). BSFT is a trauma sensitive, strength based, culturally competent and evidenced based practice that is effective in improving family functioning.Please note: this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract and availability of funding. Employment cannot be guaranteed until both the contract and necessary funding are secured.ResponsibilitiesProgram Management (approximately 65%); Therapy Services (approximately 35%)Provide general oversight of family therapy services and its operations and staffProvide clinical and daily supervision to Associate Therapists. Supervise Intake Specialist and Program AssistantEnsure program and staff compliance with HIPAA, BSFT expectations, and agency and contractual regulations. Provides ongoing monitoring of staff activities and performanceWork collaboratively with other JFS program staff to ensure comprehensive services for program participantsProduce monthly outcome data reporting in an accurate and timely mannerOversee billing activities and manage program budgetCommunicate with contract monitors and attend meetings and collaboratives as neededMaintain a small caseload of approximately 5 families, provide family therapy services with fidelity to the Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT) model. Fulfill all requirements to become certified in BSFT in the time allotted and maintain good standing in fidelity adherence programComplete documentation congruent with the Brief Strategic Family Therapy model, as well as ensure compliance with agency and contractual documentation expectationsAll other duties as assignedQualificationsMust-Have:Must have an active registration in good standing with the State of California as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC) or Clinical Psychologist for two (2) years or able to meet this requirement within six (6) months if supervising staff who are accruing hours toward licensure from the CA Board of Behavioral ServicesAbility to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal history background checkMust have a valid CA driver's license, insurance, a reliable personal vehicle, and a willingness to travel off-siteDemonstrated cultural responsiveness in working with diverse families and communitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsNice-to-Have:At least two years’ experience providing services to youth and families or equivalent requiredPrior experience working with youth in custody or in probation facilities preferredAt least one year of leadership experience in mental health care setting preferredBenefitsPay Range: $100,000-$110,000/yearTotal Compensation: Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employeesEmployer-covered life insuranceTime Away from Work: Paid vacation time and sick leave15 paid holidays (Federal and Jewish), floating holidays2 Wellness Days for mental wellnessPosition DetailsPosition Type: Full-Time (37.5+ hours/week), ExemptWork Setting: Fully OnsiteReports To: Senior Director of Family & Community ServicesAbout Jewish Family Service of San DiegoJewish Family Service of San Diego is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community. For over 100 years, Jewish Family Service has been a trusted resource for the entire community, offering an array of services that are always life-changing, and often life-saving. We strive to ensure that each employee is treated with dignity and respect, with the goal of your success. To learn more about JFS, please visit .*Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.Legal/ApplyPlease submit your resume and cover letter on your application. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Please, no phone calls. Please, local candidates only (relocation is not provided). #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06