Residential Children’s Therapist

About the role

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties is a ministry of the Diocese of Lansing and is guided by Catholic Social Teaching and the moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. All employees are expected to support and uphold the mission, values, and teachings of Catholic Charities in their daily work. Employees serve as representatives of the organization and are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with Catholic Social Teaching and the mission of the agency. As part of the interview process, candidates will be provided with the Diocese of Lansing Catholic Charities Core Values and Commitment to Mission document. Candidates must review, acknowledge, and be willing to abide by these expectations as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts clinical assessments and develops individualized treatment plans;
• Provides individual, group, and family therapy;
• Facilitates structured therapeutic groups focused on regulation, coping skills, and resilience;
• Leads parent support and psychoeducation groups;
• Participates in IPOS meetings and transition planning;
• Contributes to multidisciplinary case reviews;
• Provides clinical guidance during escalations;
• Supports and coaches direct care staff in trauma-informed engagement;
• Maintains timely documentation;
• Contributes to court reports and discharge planning as needed.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field is required, along with current Michigan licensure (LLMSW, LMSW, LLPC, LPC, TLLP, or LLP).
• Experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and families is required, and residential or behavioral health experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• A fully supported and energetic attitude toward our core values, Catholic Social Teaching, and commitment to serving vulnerable individuals and families with dignity and compassion is required.

Skills

• Comfortable working with youth with SED and co-occurring conditions;
• Remains clinically grounded in high-emotion environments;
• Values collaboration;
• Supports staff development;
• Approaches behavior with insight;
• Utilizes modern and trauma-responsive practices;
• Motivated to work in a setting where presence and leadership matter.

Pay

$34/hour

Schedule

3x12 schedule from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with shift options of Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday or Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Benefits

Includes a full benefits package.

On-Site Commitment

This is an on-site role, and consistent presence within the program is essential.