Therapist RIC or MSW

Willard Peak; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Childhelp, Alice C. Tyler Village in Lignum, Virginia, is seeking a Therapist to provide individual, group and family therapy to youth aged 5-14 in a psychiatric residential setting.

The role requires a Master’s in social work or related field, Virginia licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LPC or Resident/Supervisee), and at least 2 years of experience with children and families. Schedule is Monday–Friday, on-site with up to one remote day weekly.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or a related mental health field.
• Licensed by the State of Virginia as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC OR Resident in Counseling (RIC) or SiSW.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing mental health counseling to children and families.
• Ability to perform a therapeutic restraint.
• Pass a 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 attend related meetings.
• Provide timely reports on progress and obstacles to treatment.
• Document interventions and outcomes in a timely manner.
• Facilitate 1–3 therapy groups weekly as needed.

Education

Master's degree in social work

Master's degree in a related mental health field

Job description

Job Details

• Job Category: Professional Student Services
• Supervisor: Ayla Mendez
• Requisition Number: THERA017871
• Posted: August 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Salary: $68,000 USD per year
• Location: 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, its 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

• 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 day 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.

Personal Traits

• 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
• 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

• Supervisee in Clin SW
• Licensed Prof Counselor
• Lic Clinical MH Counselor
• Lic Clinical Soc Worker

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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