Available Opportunities
Position Title: Child and Adolescent Counselor
Position Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Program: Children and Adolescent Program
Position Summary:
We are seeking a fully licensed mental health professional to join our Children and Adolescent Program. This role focuses on providing high-quality counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families. The ideal candidate has strong clinical experience in play therapy and a deep understanding of youth development. We highly prioritize candidates who are Registered Play Therapists (RPT) or are actively working toward completing their credential.
Core Responsibilities:
- Provide individual and group therapy to children and adolescents using evidence-based, child-centered, and directive play therapy techniques.
- Conduct clinical assessments, establish diagnostic impressions, and design individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborate closely with parents and caregivers to provide holistic care and support behavioral progress at home.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries, in compliance with state and agency regulations.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and peer consultations to enhance program services.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Active, independent clinical license in the state of Alabama (LPC, LMFT, or LCSW). Please note: We are unable to accept associate-level licenses (e.g., ALC, MFT-A, LMSW) for this specific role.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience directly counseling children and adolescents.
Preferred Credentials:
- Current credentialing as a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) through the Association for Play Therapy (APT).
- OR Active enrollment in an RPT training pathway with completed coursework and ongoing supervision.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Competitive nonprofit benefits including Employer-paid medical insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution after one year
- Generous Vacation and PTO and professional development days
- CEU and professional development support
- Supportive clinical team, support staff and opportunities for growth
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@oasiscounseling.org with the subject line “Child & Adolescent Application.”