Licensed Therapist
CHEROKEE CREEK Boys School is seeking an experienced, mental health professional (LPC) (LISW) to provide guidance and therapy for boys, ages 11 - 15 at our growing therapeutic boarding school in Westminster, SC.
A successful candidate will join a vital team of professionals who are dedicated to helping boys who are struggling emotionally, academically, and/or socially to discover what is real and true about themselves and the world around them. Our campus provides a warm, caring family environment for young boys to feel safe and nurtured.
Therapists report directly to our Clinical Director and are part of a therapeutic team that assures the growth and healing of our students.
This position requires a person with experience working at a therapeutic program. They must have the emotional and physical safety of our students as their primary concern at all times. Our successful candidate must have an unconditional positive regard for children and other members of the team; the ability to address behavior issues in a way that promotes learning, personal success and mutual respect; and strong, healthy personal boundaries.
RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to: working with students individually and in groups as well as providing family therapy for the student and their family; resolving conflict resolution and de-escalating emotionally-charged situations; communicating compassionately and effectively with parents; serving as a positive representative of the school and its mission.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- MA in counseling, social work, psychology, education or related field
- Licensed Therapist
- A minimum of three-years experience and thorough understanding of a residential school setting and/or similar therapeutic programming is needed
- CPI, First Aid, CPR certifications a plus
Please visit our website at http://www.cherokeecreek.net for more information about our "small school with a big heart."
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
Ability to Relocate:
- Westminster, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person