Therapist – Residential Program

Louisville, KY
Full Time
Mid Level

Therapist – Residential Program

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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