Child Therapist for Littles (Ages 2 to 6) The Comfy Place - 4.0 Alpharetta, GA Job Details Full-time $35 - $50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Loan repayment program 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Teamwork Private practice experience Licensed Clinical Social Worker Master's degree Experience working with children Adolescents Clinical counseling Social Work Client referrals Child & youth therapy Counseling Certification Child counseling Marketing Full Job Description In-office Job! Great opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting with people, especially our littles!! At The Comfy Place, we have one goal: to create a therapeutic space for ALL to heal. Do you want to work in an environment that values you, supports your professional growth, and makes you excited about being a therapist? Then The Comfy Place may be a perfect fit for you! We want our therapists and clients to win in this game called life. Our small group practice provides counseling services to children, adolescents, young adults, and families with a variety of mental and behavioral health issues. We have multiple physical locations in Georgia and additionally offer telehealth to several states. Why You'll love working with us! We are committed to anti-racism and inclusion, which we work on actively in the form of trainings, consultation, and team-building activities. We offer a collaborative, relaxed, and supportive small group practice environment where your voice is heard and your opinion matters. Clinicians have the ability to set their own schedule, manage their own client load, work on projects together with fellow colleagues, and socialize. Our staff are provided with administrative support by way of referral sources, marketing, billing, email, and documentation software. Position Summary The Comfy Place is seeking to hire an associate-licensed or fully-licensed Child and Adolescent Therapist (LMFT, APC, LPC), and/or Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW) to provide individual and family counseling, with a focus on young children ages 2 to 6. The ideal therapist is someone who is interested in working as part of a small practice, who is passionate about helping and healing the community, who is culturally, ethnically, and racially sensitive, inclusive, and aware, and who ultimately wants to grow in a supportive team environment. We are looking for a dedicated and self-driven clinician that loves working with children, and who is also a trauma-informed therapist with experience and specialization in working with marginalized and underserved populations. Your caseload will be primarily children ages 2 to 6, along with school-age children and their families. Our goal is to provide a private practice environment where you can focus on your passions and specialties, all while being supported in building the balance and life you desire.

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This role is centered on young children. If you are looking for a primarily adult or teen caseload, or your preferred starting age is 5 or older, this position will not be the right fit. Compensation is based on experience level and licensure status. We do offer structured increases as therapists progress in their attainment of licensure. Please note we are a W2- based practice so all clinicians are employees. What You'll Do Perform client intakes Provide play-based, developmentally appropriate therapy to children ages 2 to 6, including working closely with parents and caregivers Assess clients to evaluate their state of mental health and ability to function in a real-world environment. Manage client files (ie, add notes to patient records based on routine services, assessments, and evaluations, review progress notes in client files written by other members of the treatment team and review billing for assigned clients) Create and manage client treatment plans and diagnoses Resolve crises as needed And function as part of a team determined to make a difference in the community Minimum Qualifications Education, License, and Experience Completion of a Master's Degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, or related field, from an accredited college or university. At least one year of post-graduate experience. Clinical experience working with young children ages 2 to 6. Please describe this experience in your application. Hold an active, independent license in the state of Georgia (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psy.

D, Ph.D). Provisionally licensed therapists (LMSW, APC, LAMFT, MHC) will be considered only if they are less than 3 months away from full licensure and have advanced training in trauma and experience using it with clients. Compensation will be modified accordingly. Prior private practice experience preferred. Skills & Abilities Individuals who are culturally, ethnically, and racially sensitive, inclusive, and aware. Genuine interest in, and long-term commitment to, carrying a caseload made up mostly of young children. Available for full-time work (25 minimum client sessions per week, but available for 30+ to accommodate non-clinical work). All therapists start on a part-time basis and will be transitioned to full-time as their caseload grows. Flexible availability and be able to work mornings, evenings, and weekend hours. Available for providing services in person (at our Alpharetta office). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be motivated, flexible, and have a team mentality. Initiative to market therapy services to grow referral base and recognition in the community. Preferred Qualifications Experience with children, adolescents, and young adults, utilizing creative approaches, such as EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, DBT, play therapy, and/or other expressive therapies. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Preference will be given to therapists who speak Spanish or who bring valuable lived experiences from historically marginalized communities, including BIPOC or LGBTQ+ identities. What we Offer! PTO & Paid Holidays (full-time staff) Continuing education credits annually for certifications or trainings Loan reimbursement (full-time employees) In-house staff development/training as well as clinical and administrative supervision and case consultation Comfortable office space and environment/Support & Training for Telehealth Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company Collaborative and supportive culture to build resilience and strength in our clinicians to offset the sometimes-intense nature of our work Serious applicants can check out our website at https://thecomfyplacellc.com/careers/ to learn more about our practice and apply. The Comfy Place is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Loan repayment program Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Private practice: 1 year (Preferred) Clinical counseling: 1 year (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Alpharetta, GA 30009 (Required)

Work Location:

In person