Job Description

FFT Therapist (Functional Family Therapy)

Preventive Services • Bronx, NY • Full-Time

Posted: November 9, 2026 | Application Deadline: December 21, 2026

Department:

Preventive Services

Reports To:

FFT Supervisor

Location:

500 Bergen Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455

Salary Range:

$74,000–$78,000

Employment Type:

Full-Time

About Us

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City.

Role Overview

As an FFT Therapist, you will provide Functional Family Therapy, an evidence-based approach that builds on the strengths of young people and their families. The program primarily serves youth at risk who are referred by the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS). Services take place primarily in families’ homes and may also be provided in schools and child welfare facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Review referrals, identify and engage key participants, assess family and system strengths and needs, and examine how problem behaviors relate to the young person’s environment.
• Engage caregivers and other key participants in treatment and help them overcome barriers to participation.
• Use the FFT model’s Analytic Process to understand presenting problems, plan and deliver treatment, review outcomes, and adjust strategies.
• Document treatment clearly and concisely to show adherence to the Analytic Process and support peer and supervisor review and feedback.
• Collaborate with relevant systems and key participants to build support and cooperation throughout treatment.
• Participate in all FFT program training, supervision, and consultation activities.
• Provide home-based clinical treatment to youth and their families.

Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor. This description does not cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree from an accredited university in a discipline that leads to professional licensure, such as social work, mental health counseling, or psychology.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines while managing competing priorities.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with clients from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred

• Clinical experience and experience with evidence-based models.
• Child welfare experience is strongly preferred.
• Bilingual skills, preferably in Spanish or French/Creole, to support case management with families.
• Knowledge of PROMIS and Connections (CNNX).

Supervisory Responsibility

• No staff supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

• Corporate office and field settings, including family homes, schools, and child welfare facilities.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, exempt position with a 35-hour workweek. Hours vary to meet the needs of clients and families, including some evenings and weekends. More than 35 hours may occasionally be required.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)

Additional Requirements

• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work in person in New York City.
• Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites if required.
• Ability to travel within the community and conduct visits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment