Equine Therapy - Licensed Therapist

Southeastern Life Center; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Life Center is seeking a Licensed Therapist for their Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy program in Parkton, NC. This full-time position involves providing therapy and clinical oversight while integrating equine-assisted methods in innovative ways. Candidates should have a Master's in Human Services, an active NC license, and at least one year of clinical experience. The role is set in a dynamic outdoor environment, requiring flexibility and presence to foster impactful client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post-graduate clinical experience with MH/SA populations.
• Interest in or experience with equine-assisted therapy.
• Strong clinical, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy and clinical interventions for clients with MH/SA needs.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Integrate equine-assisted psychotherapy into sessions.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Animal-assisted therapy

Education

Master’s degree in a Human Services-related field

Active NC license (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LPA, etc.)

Job description

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Equine Therapy - Licensed Therapist

Full Time | Parkton, NC, US

6 days ago | Requisition ID: 1821

What if therapy didn’t happen across a desk… but beside a horse?

You’ve seen the limits of traditional therapy. You know that sometimes, progress doesn’t come from words alone.

Sometimes it comes from the connection. From presence. From experiences that help clients feel safe enough to open up.

If you’re a licensed clinician who believes in innovative, experiential approaches to healing—this is your opportunity to lead that work.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced Licensed Therapist to step into a role within our Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy program.

In this role, you won’t just provide therapy—you’ll help shape a program that integrates clinical expertise with equine-assisted methods to create meaningful, lasting change.

You’ll work alongside an Equine Specialist, co-facilitating sessions using structured models while ensuring each interaction has clear clinical purpose and impact.

What You’ll Do (The Impact You’ll Make)

Clinical Leadership & Therapy

• Provide individual therapy and clinical interventions for clients with MH/SA needs
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and guide ongoing care
• Integrate equine-assisted psychotherapy into clinical sessions
• Deliver psychoeducation and support for clients and families

Program & Care Coordination

• Lead and oversee Person-Centered Plans (PCPs) and service delivery
• Coordinate care, referrals, and transitions across service levels
• Monitor outcomes and ensure services are effective and compliant
• Participate in on-call response and crisis coordination
• Partner with Equine Specialists to co-facilitate therapeutic sessions
• Contribute to the growth and development of the equine therapy program
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain timely documentation and compliance with Medicaid/state standards

Who This Role Is For

This role is designed for clinicians who:

• Are passionate about animal-assisted and experiential therapies
• Want to move beyond traditional settings into more dynamic, relationship-based work
• Are confident in their clinical judgment and ready to take on greater leadership responsibility
• Value collaboration, innovation, and meaningful client outcomes

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a Human Services-related field
• Active or provisional NC license (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LPA, etc.)
• Minimum 1 year post-graduate clinical experience with MH/SA populations
• Interest in or experience with equine-assisted therapy (training provided if needed)
• Strong clinical, documentation, and communication skills

This isn’t a traditional office setting.

You’ll be working:

• Outdoors and in a barn environment
• Alongside horses and in varying weather conditions
• In a setting that requires flexibility, movement, and presence

If you’re looking for a desk job—this isn’t it. If you’re looking for impact—this is.

Why This Role Matters

The clients you’ll serve don’t always respond to conventional therapy. But in the right environment—with the right support—change becomes possible.

This role allows you to:

• Practice therapy in a more engaging and impactful way
• Be part of a growing, innovative program
• Help clients build trust, regulation, and resilience in new ways

Ready to Do Work That Feels Different?

If you’re ready to bring your clinical skills into a setting that challenges and inspires you—we encourage you to apply.