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Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life, and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Our Hope Restored Retreat Centers have helped transform thousands of marriages in crisis. Our program has been very successful in large part due to our skilled clinical team, who offer a personalized, faith-based program for couples at the breaking point, giving them the safe place and expert help they need to get to the root of their issues.

Join our team at our new location in Cave Creek, Arizona, where the work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

The Intensive Therapist position exists to provide direct services Focus on the Family’s (FOTF) Hope Restored Marriage Intensives. This position also provides non-direct services including oversight of training program and new trainees, research, writing, speaking, program/product development, and/or committee work.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Conducts a total of 21 direct service units (DSU) of intensive work or enrichment event facilitation per month (1 DSU = ½ day)

Participates in various clinical team projects and activities outside of Intensive time as assigned by the Site Clinical Director and/or FMI Clinical Director

Develops procedures for Marriage Coaches and Follow-up Phone Counseling services

Coordinates aftercare resources and serves as liaison for the Marriage Coaching program

Maintains and administers training programs, including online and curriculum components and general awareness of trainees throughout the system and the staffing picture for each site

Oversees trainee progress for both internal and external trainees (Act as trainee advisor)

Participates in FMI research program (procedure, data entry, summary, and reporting)

Coordinates enrichment services including scheduling events, training, and updating facilitators, and facilitating services

Provides occasional on-call services which includes consultation with registrars regarding registration decisions and is available to help staff manage crisis situations

Creatively contributes to the FMI products such as newsletters, participant manuals, and/or enrichment events

Maintains weekly contact with management to discuss prioritization and coordination of work assignments/responsibilities

Protects the integrity of the FOTF/FMI brand, model, and culture

Participates in monthly site Clinical Team meetings, Core Clinical Team meetings, and Didactic meetings

Regularly attends retreat center staff meetings and events

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

Performs other duties, including but not limited to duties as assigned, some of which

may include the development and creation of a variety of copyrightable works (e.g., print, photography, film, music, visual arts, etc.) for distribution in all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, wireless, DVD, satellite and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which shall be for the benefit of Focus on the Family

Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:

None

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Office environment

Is available to travel to conduct intensives at Focus/FMI locations

This role may require occasional travel including nights and weekends

Regular exposure to intense emotional “crisis” situations

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Character/Spiritual:

Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer

Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead public prayer

Engages in Christian ministry

Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)

This role is considered a Spokesperson for Focus on the Family and should represent Focus’ position and tone at all times

Personal Characteristics:

Punctual, dependable, responsible

Mature and responsive

Strong Christian faith expressed in daily behaviors

Warm, kind, helpful, sensitive, and firm or direct phone presence as appropriate

Willingness to work in a co-therapy setting

Knowledge/Experience:

Master’s or Doctorate degree

Must be a licensed provider consistent with education and training in the state where employed--LMFT, LMSW/LCSW, LPC or Licensed Psychologist

5 – 7 years of experience in counseling

Understands the integrative process as it relates to faith and practice

Extensive grasp of scripture as it relates to counseling

In-depth knowledge of FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives

Understanding of political, social, and religious issues that impact the family

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

Possess good clinical skills (ability to counsel and assist others in resolving problems)

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written

Competence in use of PC software

Demonstrated knowledge of FOF resources

Counseling skills well integrated with Biblical values and psychological principles

Bilingual skills are desirable but not required

Pay Range: $76,956 to $88,398/yr

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

*Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Application Materials Instructions : Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.

Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:

+ Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage

+ Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage

+ AFLAC

+ 403B Retirement Plan

+ Vacation Time & Vacation Payout

+ Sick Time

+ Holidays

+ Service Awards

+ Community Service Days

+ Bookstore Discount

+ Fitness Center

Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:

+ Medical Plan

+ Dental Plan

+ Vision Plan

+ Life Insurance

+ Disability Insurance

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:

+ Sick Time

+ Bookstore Discount

+ Fitness Center

Tentative Search Timeline:

+ Priority will be given to applications submitted by November 3, 2025. However, this posting will remain open until filled.

+ The potential employee start date is November 10, 2025.

Posting date: October 27, 2025

Unposting date: ongoing until filled

Posting contact email: [email protected]

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus On The Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry

NOTE: This is a pipeline requisition, and not approved for a specific position number or job code.

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