Child and Adolescent Therapist Jobs
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At Giesken Counseling Services, our highest priority is our clients and our therapists. We strive to provide a warm, comfortable client experience and provide our therapists with the support they need. Come work for a collaborative agency and with a team who truly values you, your clinical experience, and your work/life balance.
Due to high community demand and a rapidly growing waitlist for pediatric care, we are seeking a dedicated child and adolescent therapist to join our practice. This outpatient therapist position is open to fully licensed clinicians (LMSW, LPC, LMFT, LP) at both our Clarkston, MI and Rochester Hills, MI locations.
Because we have a steady stream of child therapy referrals, you will be able to quickly build and maintain a consistent caseload. We are looking for a clinician who specializes in kids 6+ and is eager to grow with our practice. Applicants must be willing to provide some evening hours and a hybrid mix of in-person sessions and telehealth services.
What we offer:
- Fully furnished office space and competitive compensation
- Comprehensive marketing, referrals, and administrative/billing support (We handle the backend so you can focus on clinical care)
- Daily on-site support and clinical consultation
- W2 status with full independent credentialing assistance provided
- Professional development and consultation opportunities across the practice
We are more than just a group of individuals; we are a community of clinicians dedicated to a holistic, client-centered approach. If you value professional collaboration and high-quality care, you’ll fit right in.
Benefits: (For eligible W2 employees)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Sick time
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's Degree (Required)
Experience:
- Private practice: 1 year (Preferred)
- Child and Adolescent Therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Active, unrestricted licensure to practice independently in the State of Michigan (Required)
Pay: $85,168.23 - $102,568.18 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Michigan License (Required)
Work Location: In person
At Giesken Counseling Services, our highest priority is our clients and our therapists. We strive to provide a warm, comfortable client experience and provide our therapists with the support they need. Come work for a collaborative agency and with a team who truly values you, your clinical experience, and your work/life balance.
Due to high community demand and a rapidly growing waitlist for pediatric care, we are seeking a dedicated child and adolescent therapist to join our practice. This outpatient therapist position is open to fully licensed clinicians (LMSW, LPC, LMFT, LP) at both our Clarkston, MI and Rochester Hills, MI locations.
Because we have a steady stream of child therapy referrals, you will be able to quickly build and maintain a consistent caseload. We are looking for a clinician who specializes in kids 6+ and is eager to grow with our practice. Applicants must be willing to provide some evening hours and a hybrid mix of in-person sessions and telehealth services.
What we offer:
- Fully furnished office space and competitive compensation
- Comprehensive marketing, referrals, and administrative/billing support (We handle the backend so you can focus on clinical care)
- Daily on-site support and clinical consultation
- W2 status with full independent credentialing assistance provided
- Professional development and consultation opportunities across the practice
We are more than just a group of individuals; we are a community of clinicians dedicated to a holistic, client-centered approach. If you value professional collaboration and high-quality care, you’ll fit right in.
Benefits: (For eligible W2 employees)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Sick time
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's Degree (Required)
Experience:
- Private practice: 1 year (Preferred)
- Child and Adolescent Therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Active, unrestricted licensure to practice independently in the State of Michigan (Required)
Pay: $85,168.23 - $102,568.18 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Michigan License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Blackbird Health53
- LifeStance Health42
- Transformations Care Network34
- Thriveworks19
- Ellie Mental Health11
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services69
- Education13
- Non-Profit & Social Services2
- Government & Public Sector1
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in child and adolescent therapist jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or psychology
- Active state licensure or associate-level license with supervision plan (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
- Experience delivering evidence-based treatments such as TF-CBT, CBT, or DBT with youth
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation for Medicaid and insurance billing
- Completion of or willingness to obtain mandated reporter training and background clearances
- Familiarity with family systems approaches and experience coordinating care with schools and caregivers
Tips for Your Child and Adolescent Therapist Job Search
Tailor your resume to licensure level
Hiring managers scan for your licensure status first, whether that's LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or a pre-licensure associate credential. Put your license type, state, and expiration date in your resume header so it's visible before a recruiter reads a single bullet point.
Document your clinical modality training
Employers hiring for child and adolescent roles want to see named modalities, not just 'therapy experience.' List specific training like TF-CBT, CPP, DBT-A, or EMDR in a dedicated skills or training section so your application clears keyword filters in applicant tracking systems.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists child and adolescent therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by population and setting
Child and adolescent therapy roles differ sharply between school-based, outpatient clinic, residential, and telehealth settings. Narrow your search to the setting that matches your supervision hours or career goals before applying, since each environment has different caseload expectations and documentation requirements.
Prepare a case conceptualization for interviews
Many clinical interviews include a vignette or live role-play with a mock adolescent client. Practice walking through your conceptualization out loud using the diagnostic framework and evidence-based model you use most, so your clinical reasoning is clear under pressure.
Negotiate supervision hours into your offer
If you're at the associate or pre-licensure level, the number of supervised hours per week directly affects how fast you reach full licensure. Ask about the supervision structure, the supervisor's credential, and whether hours are guaranteed or dependent on caseload before accepting any offer.
Child and Adolescent Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most child and adolescent therapists?
Blackbird Health, LifeStance Health, and Transformations Care Network are hiring the most child and adolescent therapists right now, with openings concentrated in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at community mental health organizations and telehealth providers serving youth populations.
How many child and adolescent therapist jobs are remote?
About 60% of child and adolescent therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with telehealth roles making up the largest share of that group. School-based and residential positions are almost always in person, while outpatient counseling and assessment roles are most likely to offer remote flexibility.
How do you become a child and adolescent therapist?
You start by earning a master's degree in clinical social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field, with coursework that includes child development and psychopathology. After graduation, you complete supervised clinical hours under a licensed supervisor, then pass your state's licensure exam. Some states require additional child-specific training or background clearances before you can practice independently with minors.
How do you get hired as a child and adolescent therapist with little experience?
Practicum and internship placements in youth-serving settings carry significant weight for entry-level candidates. Employers at community mental health centers and school-based programs regularly hire associate-level clinicians who demonstrate strong case conceptualization skills and familiarity with at least one evidence-based youth treatment model, even without years of post-degree experience. Highlighting any volunteer work, crisis line experience, or mentoring with young people strengthens your application considerably.
What does the child and adolescent therapist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a clinical interview with the program director or lead therapist. You should expect questions about your diagnostic approach, how you engage resistant adolescents, and how you handle mandatory reporting situations. Many employers add a structured vignette or case presentation component, and some ask for professional references who can speak directly to your clinical work with youth.
Where can I find and apply to child and adolescent therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to child and adolescent therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from practices, clinics, schools, and health systems across the United States. Find the roles that match your licensure level, clinical specialization, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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