Child Therapist Jobs in Kentucky

Child Therapist jobs in Kentucky are open across Louisville, Crestview Hills, and Lexington and other Kentucky metros, with employers like Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Norton Healthcare, and LifeStance Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles13+
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring5
Work type77% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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LifeStance Health
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
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Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
LifeStance Health
Lexington, Kentucky
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$345k - $385k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
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Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
LifeStance Health
Louisville, Kentucky
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$350k - $395k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Norton Healthcare
Child Life Specialist/Dog Handler
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Norton Healthcare
Added 1mo ago
Child Life Specialist/Dog Handler
Norton Healthcare
Louisville, Kentucky
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Norton Healthcare
Child Life Specialist/Dog Handler
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Norton Healthcare
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Child Life Specialist/Dog Handler
Norton Healthcare
Louisville, Kentucky
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Norton Healthcare
Child Life Specialist
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Norton Healthcare
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Child Life Specialist
Norton Healthcare
Louisville, Kentucky
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Child Therapist Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Louisville
7 jobs
Crestview Hills
2 jobs
Lexington
2 jobs
Cold Spring
1 jobs
Pikeville
1 jobs

Child Therapist Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Cincinnati Children's Hospital
    Cincinnati Children's Hospital4
  • Norton Healthcare
    Norton Healthcare4
  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health2
  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
    St. Jude Children's Research Hospital1
  • The Children'S Place Services Company
    The Children'S Place Services Company1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services11
  • Education1
  • Fashion & Apparel1

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in child therapist jobs across Kentucky.

  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy
  • Active state licensure or associate/resident license with supervision eligibility
  • Experience providing individual and family therapy to children and adolescents
  • Proficiency in at least one evidence-based modality such as TF-CBT or CBT
  • Ability to complete clinical documentation in an electronic health record system
  • Mandatory reporter training and current background clearance for working with minors

Child Therapist Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How many child therapist jobs are there in Kentucky?

There are 13+ child therapist openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Crestview Hills, and Lexington. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.

How much do child therapists make in Kentucky?

Child therapists in Kentucky earn a median of about $52,420 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $41,180 for the lowest 10% to over $74,690 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Kentucky cities have the most child therapist jobs?

Louisville, Crestview Hills, and Lexington have the most child therapist openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire child therapists in Kentucky?

Employers hiring child therapists in Kentucky include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Norton Healthcare, and LifeStance Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote child therapist jobs in Kentucky?

Yes. About 23% of child therapist openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.

How do I apply for child therapist jobs in Kentucky?

You can apply to child therapist jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.

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