Therapist - CARES - Jackson, MS

Canopy Children's Solutions; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

403b Retirement Plan with Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO/Vacation

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

Canopy Children's Solutions is hiring a Therapist in Jackson, Mississippi. The role involves providing psychotherapeutic services to youth, conducting individual and group therapy sessions, and ensuring quality care through thorough documentation. Candidates must have a Master's degree with relevant licensure and two years of experience in behavioral health. This position promotes a comprehensive approach to care, focusing on the needs of children and families, and offers a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher and relevant licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or PhD).
• Two years’ experience with youth behavioral health issues.
• Ability to document in an electronic health record professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support for psychotherapeutic and educational services.
• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
• Complete required documentation within set guidelines.

Skills

Behavioral health management

English communication

Therapeutic documentation

Education

Master’s degree or higher with relevant licensure

Tools

Electronic health record system

Job description

Education

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission‑driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Benefits

Canopy has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to earn this certification for 2025–2026. At Canopy, employees are committed to fostering a healthy workplace culture built on trust and driven by a shared mission: helping children thrive and empowering families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full‑time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

Therapist - Position Overview

• Provide the clinical support necessary for implementation of psychotherapeutic and educational service to ensure quality care through the establishment of a comprehensive therapeutic relationship with individuals served through the CARES Center and Day School Program.
• Quality services and documentation will be facilitated through families/guardians and youth around the therapist’s provision of individual, family and group psychotherapy.
• The therapist will ensure these services are of the highest quality by integrating evidence‑based treatment planning, child and family teams, clinical assessment, and collaborative documentation.

Required Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Required Physical Activities: sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, lifting, talking, seeing, hearing, kneeling, stooping, bending, reaching overhead, and climbing stairs as needed and repetitive motions. Must have the physical ability to assist in the physical or therapeutic hold of youth when required, following organization approved safety protocols.
• Characteristics of Work: frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds. Must be able to respond quickly to emergencies and physically assist or support youth and/or staff.
• Vision Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Environmental Conditions: This job requires exposure to both inside and outside weather conditions; the typical noise level for the work environment is moderate to loud noise.

Job Responsibilities

Therapeutic Relationship

• Meet new admissions within 24 hours of admission.
• Ensure all intake screeners and assessments are completed.
• Conduct a minimum of one hour of individual therapy each week.
• Conduct a minimum of two, 60‑minute family sessions per month.
• Conduct a minimum of three 60‑minute group therapy sessions per week.
• Act as a liaison between Child Protection Services, the court system, families, and the treatment team.
• Ensure the establishment of an aftercare program with each individual served and family/guardian.
• Attend weekly clinical staffing regarding individuals served.
• Attend scheduled child and family team meetings for each individual served.
• Attend clinical meetings as directed by the Clinical Director and Program Director.

Administrative Support

• Complete required admission documentation within specified guidelines.
• Complete Individual Comprehensive Treatment Plan within fourteen days of admission.
• Complete Treatment Plan Reviews monthly.
• Documentation of all therapeutic sessions must be completed within organization specified timelines.
• Attend all meetings as scheduled by the supervisory team.
• Assume Clinical On‑Call responsibilities as scheduled.
• Design, implement and facilitate behavior modification plans as needed.
• Attend clinical community meetings.

Professional Standards

• Maintain professional licensure and present proof of licensure renewal.
• Maintain Clinical Privileges by adhering to the Program’s Privileging Process.
• Participate in staff training and education programs as needed.
• Receive regular supervision from the Director of Clinical Services.
• Adhere to standards of care prescribed by Canopy, Mississippi Department of Medicaid, and Mississippi Department of Health.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher, and an LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or PhD (with licensure) is required.
• Two (2) years’ experience in the care of youth with behavioral health issues is required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English, and to communicate in a therapeutic and professional manner.
• Must be able to document in an electronic health record system in a professional manner.