Equine Therapist (LCSW/ACSW, LMFT/AMFT, LPCC/APCC)

MUST HAVE EQUINE

EXP or In Office Therapist Renewing Hope Family Counseling Center, Inc - 2.3 Murrieta, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $72,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Continuing education credits License reimbursement Loan repayment program Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Horse care Outdoor work experience Licensed Clinical Social Worker Care documentation Clinical case management notes Driver's License Clinical documentation Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Social Work Equine experience Behavioral therapy Therapy progress note documentation Full Job Description Also hiring for FT and PT positions at Hemet, Riverside and Murrieta in office locations for AMFT, ACSW, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC and

APCC. OR MUST HAVE EQUINE/HORSE EXPERIENCE

Renewing Hope Family Counseling Center is excited to expand our services with our NEW Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy program in Murrieta, CA! We are seeking compassionate and motivated Licensed or BBS-Registered Mental Health Therapists with previous horse/equine experience who want to combine clinical mental health treatment with experiential, ground-based equine-assisted psychotherapy. This is not a horseback-riding or recreational riding position.

WHAT IS EQUINE-ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY?

Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) is an experiential approach to mental health treatment in which clients participate in ground-based therapeutic activities with horses . Working collaboratively with a mental health professional and equine specialist, clients may develop emotional awareness, communication, coping skills, confidence, boundaries, problem-solving abilities, and healthier relationships. Our program is designed to serve individuals who may be experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation concerns, and other behavioral health needs. There is no horseback riding involved in EAP sessions.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

As an Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapist, you will provide behavioral health services in a unique ranch environment while collaborating with equine specialists and the larger Renewing Hope clinical team.

Responsibilities may include:

Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy. Facilitate ground-based Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy sessions. Collaborate with an equine specialist during EAP sessions. Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable therapeutic goals. Integrate appropriate equine activities into established clinical treatment goals. Conduct assessments and ongoing clinical evaluations. Provide therapeutic, prevention, psychoeducational, and crisis-intervention services. Facilitate small therapeutic, support, and psychoeducational groups. Provide appropriate education and support to parents and caregivers. Utilize culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries. Monitor client safety and emotional regulation throughout equine activities. Follow all ranch, animal, environmental, and clinical safety procedures. Work collaboratively with therapists, psychologists, psychiatric providers, equine specialists, and other members of the treatment team. Maintain assigned caseload and productivity expectations. Complete progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, and other required clinical documentation within established timelines. Comply with

HIPAA, BBS

requirements, professional ethical standards, organizational policies, and applicable payer requirements. Participate in training, consultation, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

EQUINE EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

Applicants MUST have previous experience working with horses. Candidates should be comfortable working around horses and understand basic equine behavior, body language, boundaries, and safety. This position requires the ability to work in an active ranch environment and collaborate closely with an equine specialist. Applicants without horse/equine experience will not be considered for this particular position.

EAGALA TRAINING REQUIREMENT

Eagala training is scheduled in Fallbrook, California, in February 2027. Therapists hired for this position must be willing to participate in the required Eagala training applicable to their role.

IMPORTANT

The cost of Eagala training/certification is the responsibility of the therapist. Renewing Hope Family Counseling Center will not pay or reimburse the cost of Eagala training or certification . Applicants should consider this requirement and expense before applying.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Clinical Counseling, Psychology, or another qualifying behavioral health discipline. Current California BBS license or active BBS associate registration, as applicable. Candidates who have completed required supervised hours and are preparing for licensure examinations may be considered if they maintain an appropriate active BBS registration. Previous equine/horse experience is required. Willingness to complete required Eagala training at the therapist's own expense. Valid California driver's license and proof of automobile insurance, as applicable to job duties. Ability to work safely in an outdoor ranch environment. Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

ABOUT RENEWING HOPE

Renewing Hope provides counseling, psychiatric services, psychological services, community-based programs, and other essential mental health services for children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and families.

Our multidisciplinary team includes:

Psychiatrists | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners | Psychologists | Licensed Therapists | Associate Therapists | Equine Specialists We believe clinicians should be able to focus on what they do best— providing quality clinical care. We provide the clinical infrastructure, administrative support, systems, marketing, electronic health records, and established referral resources so our therapists can focus on their clients. For therapists who have considered private practice but still want the collaboration and support of a larger clinical team, Renewing Hope offers the opportunity to have both.

SCHEDULING

Our programs may provide services during: Daytime hours Afternoons Evenings Saturdays Availability should support the needs of the equine program and assigned clients.

BENEFITS

Eligible positions may include: Medical Dental Retirement benefits Paid Time Off Unlimited CEU opportunities through available company resources Professional license reimbursement Paid professional liability insurance Administrative and scheduling support Established referral base Electronic health record system Collaborative multidisciplinary environment Potential eligibility for qualifying student loan repayment/forgiveness programs, subject to program requirements Eagala training/certification expenses are specifically excluded from employer-paid training benefits.

COME GROW WITH RENEWING HOPE

If you are a mental health professional who loves working with horses and people and wants to provide therapy outside of the traditional four walls of an office, this may be the opportunity for you. Help clients build confidence, develop coping skills, process difficult experiences, strengthen relationships, and discover new possibilities through the powerful connection between people and horses.

MUST HAVE EQUINE EXPERIENCE.

New Equine Therapy Ranch | Murrieta, CA Apply today and come be part of the Renewing Hope Family!

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person