Child and Family Therapist

Job Description

Job Overview

The Child and Family Therapist provides therapeutic support to children, adolescents, and families through individual, group, and family counseling. They assess client needs, develop treatment plans, and use evidence-based approaches to promote emotional health, resolve family conflicts, and foster positive relationships.

About Us

Healing Connections is a growing therapy practice dedicated to building strong, trusting relationships between therapists and clients. We believe that a strong therapeutic connection is the foundation of effective therapy. We are currently seeking a passionate and committed Child and Family Therapist to join our team and support our mission of supporting the children and families in our community.

Our Objective

To recruit a qualified professional for a contractual position with potential for future employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to understand clients’ emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy sessions, including individual counseling, family therapy, and parent sessions.
• Address issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, and behavioral challenges.
• Support families in improving communication, conflict resolution, and parenting strategies.
• Collaborate with schools, social services, and other professionals to ensure a comprehensive approach to client care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records, progress notes, and documentation.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention and support when necessary.
• Educate families on mental health topics and available resources.

Qualifications

• Education
  : A Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensure
  :
  Licensed (or working toward licensure) as an LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LLMSW, or equivalent.
• Experience
  :
  Previous experience working with children, adolescents, and families in a therapeutic setting is preferred

Skills
:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with clients.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as CBT, DBT, play therapy interventions or family systems therapy.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity.
• Experience working with co-parenting and divorced families.
• Crisis management and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

• Work may take place in an office, school, community center, or clients’ homes.
• Sessions may be conducted in person or via telehealth platforms.
• Flexibility to accommodate evening or weekend hours based on client needs.

This role is ideal for compassionate and skilled professionals passionate about working with children and families to thrive and overcome challenges together.

Healing Connections is a growing therapy practice dedicated to building strong, trusting relationships between therapists and clients. We believe that a strong therapeutic connection is the foundation of effective therapy. We are currently seeking a passionate and committed Child and Family Therapist to join our team and support our mission of supporting the children and families in our community.