Treatment Specialist

Shineforth’s Charterhouse School is a place where Virginia’s kids with special needs can get out of their comfort zone and start to get out into the world. Our job is to show them a more effective and productive way. Our elementary, middle and high school students benefit from a proven curriculum of academic and social skills instruction. As a result, our fully accredited school has a proud history of helping students reach graduation or their goals of returning to public schools.

Who we serve:

Our population is comprised of children form ages 6 to 22, with autism and other neurological differences, emotional, learning, developmental, and intellectual disabilities, as well as other impairments. 8:1 ratios for student to Teachers/Support Staff.

What we are looking for:

A Treatment Specialist to provide support and case management to Charterhouse School students and their families. Identify behavioral goals in collaboration with the student, family, school team, and other service providers. Lead the school-wide effort to build and maintain a safe academic space.  Manage the school’s response to challenging behaviors to insure collaborative, restorative practices.

What you will need:

Master’s degree in social work, counseling or related field. Two to three years of experience working with youth or families. Experience in a school setting preferred. LCSW or LCP license preferred.

Why Work at Shineforth?  

Shineforth has been an unwavering champion for children, teens, and families for more than 125 years. Our main campus is in Richmond, Va., and we offer nearly 20 programs at eight locations throughout Virginia. 

Work-life balance is critical to the health and well-being of our employees, which is why we offer full-time employees generous paid leave, 12 paid holidays, and comprehensive health benefits options that include vision, and dental. 

All Shineforth employees (this includes part-time and PRN) are eligible for our Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) with employer match. 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is at the forefront of all we do at Shineforth, and we maintain a culture of acceptance in which crucial conversations are encouraged. Shineforth doesn’t exclude anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, religion, or economic background. 

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