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Play Therapist

Goshen Valley Foundation, Inc.
Canton, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026

Description

About Goshen Valley
Goshen Valley Foundation provides hope and healing to children, adolescents, adults, and families through relational, trauma-responsive services. Recognized as an AJC Top Workplace from 2021–2025, Goshen is committed to supporting both the individuals we serve and the clinicians who serve alongside us.

About the Role
Goshen Therapeutic Services is looking for compassionate and dedicated Play Therapist to join our team and provide in-person counseling services within a trauma-responsive, community-based clinical environment. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting school age children (ages 3-12) in the Canton, GA area. The ideal candidate will be committed to fostering a safe, supportive space for youth.

Compensation
Salary: Competitive base salary ($45,000 - $50,000), with eligibility for performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities.
Flexible scheduling
Sign-on bonus may be available

Benefits

Health Benefits· 401K Retirement · Paid Time off · Life Insurance benefit · Cell phone stipend

Plus, AI supports provided for efficient completion of documentation.


Key Responsibilities
Provide evidence-based individual, family, and trauma-informed therapy
Develop and maintain treatment plans and assessments
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and DFCS partners
Maintain clinical documentation and billing compliance

Attend and Participate in staff meetings and training


This Role Is a Good Fit If You Are
Actively accruing post-graduate supervised hours
Interested in meaningful, trauma-responsive work without the administrative burden of private practice
Motivated by community- based, in-person clinical work with children, parents and families  

Open to collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and community partners


Goshen Valley Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all EEOC regulations.

Requirements

Master’s degree in community counseling or related field. (Social Work, Community Mental Health, Marriage and Family Therapy).

Full license or Associate license preferred with Georgia’s Secretary of State (License eligible considered for the right candidate.)

Eligibility for approved supervision.

Must submit a valid and official transcript showing proof of degree awarded.

Strong clinical judgment and ethical practice

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and the like.

Valid Driver’s License with good driving record and proof of insurance meeting required 100/300/100 liability coverage, and be insurable by GVF's auto insurance carrier.

Complete and pass a criminal background check, safety screenings, health exam and drug screen.

Salary : $45,000 - $50,000

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