Therapist RIC or MSW

Rite of Passage Brand; Lignum (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401k match 6%

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rite of Passage Team at Childhelp, Alice C. Tyler Village in Lignum, Virginia, is hiring a Therapist to provide individual, group and family therapy to a caseload of 8–10 clients in a residential setting.

The role requires a Master’s in social work or a related mental health field, Virginia licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LPC or RIC/SiSW), at least two years of pediatric mental health experience, and the ability to perform therapeutic restraints. Competitive pay and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or related mental health field.
• Licensed by Virginia as LCSW/LMFT/LPC or Resident in Counseling (RIC) or SiSW.
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric mental health counseling experience.
• Ability to perform therapeutic restraints when needed.
• Must pass criminal background check, drug screen, physical and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group and family therapy with a caseload of 8–10 clients.
• Develop and implement Client Treatment Plans and progress reports.
• Attend Child and Family Team and treatment team meetings.
• Provide timely reports on treatment obstacles and progress.
• Document interventions and results promptly.
• Lead 1–3 therapy groups weekly as needed.

Skills

Mental health counseling

Caseload management

Group therapy

Family therapy

Education

Master's degree in social work

Master's degree in related mental health field

Job description

Job Category: Professional Student Services

Supervisor: Ayla Mendez

Requisition Number: THERA017871

• Posted : August 12, 2026


• Full-Time


• On-site


• Salary : $65,000 USD per year

Locations

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Lignum, VA 22726, USA

Description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of at-risk youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Therapist at Childhelp, Alice C. Tyler Village in Lignum, Virginia

Childhelp is a psychiatric residential treatment facility that specializes in the treatment of children aged 5-14 with mild to severe trauma or neglect, psychiatric disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Our unique location on a 270-acre farm provides a nurturing treatment setting with a variety of therapy resources. We bring the light of love and healing into the lives of countless abused and neglected children, and those suffering from psychiatric and behavioral disorders. We take a holistic approach to serving our children along with meeting their physical, emotional and educational needs. Becoming a member of our Childhelp team is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a mission driven organization.

Pay: Starting at $65,000 annually based on experience and licensure.

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more!

What you will do: As a Therapist at Childhelp, you will conduct individual, group and family therapy with clients assigned to your personal caseload (8-10). Responsible for overall delivery and implementation of each individual Client Treatment Plan, attending Child and Family Team meetings and treatment team meetings, and completing assessment, Client Treatment Plans and reports as required by the county and state. Attend to clients, families, and referral source concerns as well as providing timely reports on treatment obstacles and progress. Documents treatment interventions and results in a timely manner. Also, you would conduct 1-3 therapy groups weekly and as needed to support client growth.

To be considered you should:

• Be at least 21 years of age


• Possess a Master’s degree in social work from an accredited School of Social Work or a Master’s degree in a related Mental Health field


• Licensed by the State of Virginia as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC OR Licensed as a Resident in Counseling (RIC) or Supervisee in Social Work (SiSW)


• Minimum of 2 years of work experience providing mental health counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families


• Be able to perform a therapeutic restraint


• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test

Schedule: Monday – Friday 40 hours a week with up to 1 remote days a week.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Therapist, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Functional Expert

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Masters or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Supervisee in Clin SW

Licensed Prof Counselor

Lic Clinical MH Counselor

Lic Clinical Soc Worker

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