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Therapist – Residential Program

Boys & Girls Haven, Louisville, KY, United States


Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Participation in on-call rotation and flexibility for evenings or weekends as needed

Overview
Boys & Girls Haven is seeking a full‑time Therapist to provide trauma‑informed clinical services to youth in our residential treatment program. This role supports youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, and complex trauma through evidence‑based therapeutic interventions and multidisciplinary care.

Position Description
The Therapist provides individual, family, and group therapy services within a residential setting, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support treatment planning and clinical progress. This role is responsible for completing assessments, developing treatment plans, and maintaining consistent, high‑quality documentation aligned with clinical and regulatory standards.

Clinical Practice

Provide individual, family, and group therapy services to youth in residential care

Complete assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

Maintain accurate, timely documentation that reflects clinical services and progress

Participate in treatment team meetings and ongoing care coordination

Support crisis intervention and collaborate with residential staff and leadership

Professional Responsibilities

Participate in regular clinical supervision

Complete required training, including trauma‑informed care and mandated reporting

Contribute to program quality improvement and accreditation efforts

Provide consultation and support to residential staff on trauma‑informed approaches

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field

Licensed or license‑eligible in Kentucky (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or associate/intern status with supervision available)

Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience with children, adolescents, or young adults preferred

Experience working in residential, foster care, or child welfare settings strongly preferred

Knowledge of trauma and its impact on development

Experience with evidence‑based treatment models such as TF‑CBT, DBT, or similar

Compensation and Benefits

Health, dental, and life insurance

401(k) with company match (50% up to 6%)

Paid Time Off, including 24 days per year (including holidays)

Boys & Girls Haven is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Pre‑employment and for‑cause drug testing is required.

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