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FCT Trainer
The SPARC Network
Marion, USA
Full-time
Entry · 2+ years experience
Onsite
$58,000-$62,000
Discovered 4 days ago
Communication
Role Overview
The FCT Trainer is a full-time role and supports the training, certification, and ongoing development of Practitioners delivering the FCT model.
This full-time role combines hands-on coaching, model fidelity oversight, and direct services to families.
Key Skills for This Role
Communication
Full Job Posting
Responsibilities
- Hiring and Training
- Participate in interviews for all Practitioner candidates and support new hire onboarding
- Assess Practitioner training needs and build plans to address them
- Enroll all staff in the Wheels of Change (WOC) online training program, guide them through it, and reset new hires in the program as needed
- Give staff clear feedback on growth areas in WOC and field-based check-offs
- Supervision and Coaching
- Provide field supervision and consultation to all Practitioners, with frequency based on each Practitioner's development
- Oversee field-based check-offs using face-to-face observation and video review
- Facilitate team meetings when the FCT Supervisor is unavailable, supporting case staffing, training, problem solving, and accountability
- Certification and Model Fidelity
- Ensure Practitioners meet all FCT Foundation (FCTF) requirements and deadlines
- Compile and submit documentation for Practitioner certification and recertification
- Monitor fidelity to the FCT model for dosage and documentation, and address areas needing improvement
- Review, compile, and enter FCT data collection and outcome documentation for accuracy and completeness
- Complete quality assurance tasks with FCT families
- Partner with the assigned FCTF Consultant on program growth areas
- Coordinate with other Specialists on regional events and logistics
- Direct Services
- Provide billable services that support program financial goals, such as carrying a caseload, case openings, or case coverage, as directed by the Operations Director
- Cover FCT cases when Practitioners are on vacation or leave
- Assist with intake, authorization, and service initiation for new cases
- Training and Certification Path
- The FCT Specialist must hold Level 1 FCT Practitioner certification at hire and advance through the following steps:
- Level 2 Certification (within 1 year): Complete online training, required readings, and a videotaped demonstration of competency in training FCT Practitioners.
- FCT Supervisory Certification (within 1 year of starting the process): Begin after earning Level 2.
- Ongoing: Recertify with FCTF every two years and attend FCTF trainings to stay current.
- Compensation & Incentives
- Starting salary: $58,000-$62,000
- Higher salaries available based on experience
- Increased pay for prior Family Centered Treatment (FCT) experience
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with children and/or adolescents in the mental health field
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field, as appropriate for the position
- Hold an active, applicable North Carolina clinical license or associate-level credential
- Level 1 FCT Practitioner certification
- Strong assessment skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of the System of Care for children and families
- Why Work at SPARC?
- At SPARC, we believe in supporting both your personal and professional growth. We value motivated, organized, and dedicated professionals who want to work in a values-driven, supportive environment where your work truly matters.
- Benefits & Perks
- Flexible scheduling
- All-Purpose Leave plus additional Self-Care Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Whole-household telehealth services (including mental health)
- Cell phone, mileage, and supervision reimbursement
- CEU and training stipend
- Company laptop and top-of-the-line technology
- 401(k)
- Clinical supervision for those seeking licensure
- If you’re ready to join a mission-driven organization that invests in its people, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume today!
- Learn more about our values and culture at www.sparcprograms.net. Explore Family Centered Treatment at www.familycenteredtreatment.com
About The SPARC Network
Behavioral & Mental Health113 employeesFounded 2015
SPARC Services & Programs is a privately held behavioral-health provider serving children, families, and adults in communities.
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