Therapist

Job overview

The Therapist role is onsite in Jackson, MS. Compensation is not specified. The therapist supports the agency’s clinical services for children and families. The role provides therapeutic care, crisis support, and assessment while working with clients, families, and the treatment team. It advances client goals by engaging families, monitoring progress, and supporting reunification or permanency when applicable.

What you'll do

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy
• complete initial assessments and discharge summaries
• provide emergency crisis services and support
• participate in Child and Family Team and admissions meetings
• assist with individualized service plans
• maintain therapeutic files and timely documentation
• monitor client and family progress
• coordinate needed specialized services
• and support regulatory compliance and client safety.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

therapist

individual therapy

group therapy

family therapy

child and family services

crisis services

assessments

jackson ms

the united methodist children's home

master’s degree required

on-call rotation

24-hour accessibility

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a master’s degree in a mental health-related field and experience providing therapeutic services to children and families. Must be eligible for Mississippi licensure or MDMH certification within 90 days of hire. Includes an on-call rotation and 24-hour accessibility, including weekends and holidays.

About the employer

The United Methodist Children's Home is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Residential Care Facilities. Sector: 62.