Primary Therapist

Primary Therapist at Whetstone Academy

About Whetstone Academy:

Whetstone Academy is a therapeutic boarding school for boys ages 10-15 located in Mountain Rest, South Carolina. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and challenging environment where students can develop the skills and self-awareness necessary to succeed in school and in life. We are committed to helping our students heal from past trauma, build healthy relationships, and discover their full potential.

About the Position:

We are seeking a Primary Therapist who loves children to join our team. We offer a relocation reimbursement. The Primary Therapist will provide individual, family, and group therapy to students and their families. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and family systems theory.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to students and their families

• Develop and implement treatment plans

• Conduct assessments and evaluations

• Collaborate with other members of the treatment team

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Participate in weekly clinical team meetings

• Provide crisis intervention as needed

• Facilitate psychoeducational groups

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field

• Licensure as a professional counselor, social worker, or marriage and family therapist in South Carolina

• Experience working with adolescents and families

• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and family systems theory

• Strong clinical skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with potential bonuses and relocation reimbursement

• Comprehensive benefits package including 3 weeks of PTO!

• Opportunities for professional development

• Ability to attend or present at regional and national conferences

• Receive specific training in areas of Neurodevelopment and Trauma-informed practices

• Beautiful campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Salary : $57,800 - $84,120