Child and Adolescent Therapist

Columbia Mental Health, Columbia Mental Health; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Low-cost virtual care

Dependent and domestic partnerCoverage

401K

Continuing education

Job summary

Columbia Mental Health, a Transformations Care Network member in Virginia, seeks a Child & Adolescent Therapist to join a collaborative clinical team. You will provide outpatient therapy for children and families, with supervision and opportunities to advance licensure in a supportive setting.

Responsibilities include assessments, crisis planning, case consultations, and coordinating with psychiatrists, nurses, and dietitians to deliver holistic care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, or a related field.
• Experience with children and families.
• Provisional licence per state regulation if required.
• Educational background leading to professional licensing.
• Committed to ongoing professional development in mental health.
• Eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in care delivery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct culturally sensitive, strength-based assessments for new clients and families.
• Provide outpatient individual and family therapy.
• Develop crisis, safety, relapse prevention, and wellness plans.
• Participate in case consultations, agency meetings, and discharge planning.
• Ensure timely billing, documentation, and treatment plan approvals.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, dietitians, and therapists to deliver holistic care.

Skills

Communication

Ethical practice

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, or a related field

Job description

Join us at Columbia Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Child & Adolescent Therapists like you to make a difference in the field of behavioral health. We are committed to improving access to mental health care in our communities which means we are committed to being a great place to be a therapist. As a Child & Adolescent Therapist on our team, you will experience an environment where both you and your clients can thrive. Emerging, early career therapists appreciate a collaborative environment, where they are supported by a clinical team that prioritizes growth and development as they work to gain licensure. Our clinics provide a supportive space to practise therapeutic interventions and develop skills that impact our diverse local community. Licensed Therapists appreciate the ability to practice in a sustainable and personalised way, with the support of a clinical and administrative team. Leadership and supervision opportunities allow our Therapists to build a career that works for them while guiding the next generation of mental health providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct culturally sensitive, strength-based assessments for new clients and families, creating a welcoming and understanding environment for diverse backgrounds.
• Provide tailored outpatient individual and family therapy based on the unique needs and circumstances of each client, fostering a path to healing and resilience.
• Develop comprehensive crisis plans, safety plans, relapse prevention plans, and wellness plans, supporting the maintenance of stable functioning and empowering clients in their mental health journey.
• Actively participate in case consultations, agency meetings, and discharge planning, contributing your expertise to enhance client care.
• Ensure timely completion of billing, documentation, individualized treatment plans, and insurance authorization forms, upholding the highest standards of professional responsibility.
• Engage in collaborative care with our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, dietitians, administrative staff, and fellow therapists, to provide a holistic approach to mental health care.

Qualifications

• Possess a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, or a related field.
• Experience in working with children and families.
• If required, provisional licence per state regulation.
• Educational background that leads to or has resulted in professional licensing.
• Passionate about mental health and committed to providing high-quality care.
• Dedicated to ongoing professional development in mental health including free supervision and continuing education.
• Eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance client care.
• Strong commitment to ethical practice and maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients and families.
• Ability to manage time effectively and complete documentation and administrative tasks efficiently.

Advantages of Joining Our Team

• Enjoy competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, low-cost virtual care, dependent and domestic partner coverage, 401K, and more, designed to support your well‑being and financial security.
• Immerse yourself in a community united by a deep commitment to enhance mental health and revolutionise the care that clients receive.
• Embrace a journey of growth and development through continuous learning, guided by seasoned professionals, fostering your career growth in a nurturing environment.
• Play a pivotal role in reshaping how mental health care is perceived and delivered in your local community as well as on a national scale, with your efforts directly improving client lives.
• Deliver mental health care in a sustainable way, with the support and tools you need to thrive.
• Thrive in an environment that celebrates collaborative success, driven by effective communication, support, and unity.
• Receive comprehensive onboarding and ongoing educational resources, tailored to cultivate your talents, and assure your triumph in your role.

The base compensation range for this role is $47 – $55 per billable unit. Actual compensation may vary based on licensure, experience, market‑driven enhancements, and incentive opportunities available for this role. These ranges represent our current standard compensation practices and may be adjusted over time to remain competitive and aligned with organisational needs.

Transformations Care Network is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.