Foster Care Therapist

Foster Care Therapist 
Location: Columbia, Tennessee (Community-based / On-site)
Employment Type: Full-time  

Clarvida is seeking a Therapist to provide approved therapeutic interventions to children, adolescents, and families in Tennessee. In this role, you will support meaningful behavioral and emotional change by delivering evidence-based therapy and assisting with case coordination and resource linkage when needed. You will collaborate with families, the Department of Children’s Services (DCS), court personnel, and other involved supports to help clients achieve treatment goals and improved stability. 

This position requires flexibility to meet program needs and may involve providing services across multiple locations. 

 

● Provide individual and family therapy using approved therapeutic interventions 
● Conduct assessments and support development and implementation of treatment plans 
● Assist with case coordination and linkage to community resources 
● Collaborate with families, DCS, court personnel, and other involved parties 
● Support identified treatment goals and behavioral health outcomes 
● Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation 
● Participate in supervision, training, and team collaboration 

 

● Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline allowing mental health licensure in Tennessee 
● CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain prior to working with clients 
● Knowledge of child development and therapeutic interventions 
● Experience working with families with significant needs 
● Ability to work flexible hours based on program needs 
● Ability to work across multiple locations 
● Ability to meet background check requirements 

 

●   $20.49 per hour

● Full-time

 

● Paid vacation days that increase with tenure 
● Separate sick leave that rolls over annually 
● Up to 10 paid holidays* 
● Medical, dental, and vision insurance options 
● DailyPay – access earned wages without waiting for payday 
● Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements 

● 401(k) 
● Free licensure supervision 
● Pet insurance 
● Employee Assistance Program 
● National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment 
● Mileage reimbursement 
● Cell phone stipend 

*Benefit availability may vary by state/county. 

 

Full-time 

If you are a licensed or license-eligible therapist passionate about supporting children and families through meaningful behavioral health services, we encourage you to apply for the Therapist role with Clarvida. 

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

Learn more:  www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values  
See other opportunities:  www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida  

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category. 

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