Clinical Therapist (LCSW/LPC)

The Barry Robinson Center is a premier behavioral health system dedicated to improving the lives of children since 1933. We offer residential treatment, outpatient services and foster care from our campus in Norfolk, VA. We are seeking a full-time Clinical Therapist to join our team. Responsibilities include performing complex diagnostic clinical planning and therapy including individual, group, family therapies, crisis intervention, perform clinical case management, supervision, and clinical administrations.

The Barry Robinson Center is a mission-driven organization that prioritizes our residents. We operate out of a gorgeous campus in Norfolk, Virginia. Our children are all military-connected between the ages of 11-17. We are a dynamic team that offers both professional development opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and fun! Our clinical therapists are dedicated to our residents and families. Each therapist carries a caseload of 6 residents. An ideal candidate meets requirements listed below and is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children/adolescents.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Masters degree in a Human Services curriculum;

Must be licensed as LCSW, LMFT or LPC in the Commonwealth of Virginia by the Department of Health Regulatory Board;

Candidate must have completed licensure hours and will be considered if near completion of hours.

Minimum 3 years of progressive responsible clinical and clinical administrative experience;

Experience working with children aged 12-17; preferred

Must be eligible for malpractice insurance.

Salary Range: Salary differs for licensed and unlicensed therapists.

Unlicensed: $55,000-$68,000

Licensed (LCSW/LPC): $65,000-$75,000

Qualities for Success

We met with our residents to learn what characteristics and qualities they value most in staff. They shared that the most important quality is empathy. Residents also emphasized the importance of staff who remain level-headed and calm under pressure, as this helps them feel safe. The third quality they identified was professionalism and trustworthiness, which builds a strong foundation of respect and reliability. Finally, residents shared that having staff who are consistent and dedicated to supporting them makes a meaningful difference in their experience.

DUTIES:

• Provide individual and family therapy for residents (caseload of 6 residents)
• Parenting with Love and Limits (PLL) & Family Systems Therapy (FST)
• Participate in discharge and aftercare planning to facilitate clients/patients smooth transition into the community
• Complete clinical charting documenting residents' progress in accordance with The Barry Robinson Center policies and procedures
• Participate in regular professional development to maintain license as required by discipline and Virginia Behavioral Science Board
• Attend weekly clinical meetings in each program to discuss clinical progress and specify treatment issues

BENEFITS:

• Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with company contribution
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid annual leave (Vacation)
• Paid sick leave
• 7 Paid Holidays (Juneteenth added 2022, and MLK being added in 2023)
• Tuition reimbursement, details below:
• $3,000 per calendar year after 6 months of tenure
• $5,000 per calendar year after 2 years of tenure
• PLSF Eligible Non-Profit Organization (Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program)
• Employee events and activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual performance reviews
• Opportunities for advancement
• And more!

The Barry Robinson Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.