Clinical CounselorLicensed Clinical Counselor

Help Kids Heal. Help Families Grow. Build a Career That Matters.

*ANNUAL SALARY OF $45000 CLINICAL COUNSELORS*

*ANNUAL SALARY OF $52400 LICENSED CLINICAL COUNSELORS*

AtChildrens Home Society of Florida (CHS) we believe every child deserves to feel safe supported and surrounded by opportunity regardless of their circumstances. When you join our team youre not just accepting a job youre becoming part of a statewide mission to help children and families thrive.

If youre looking for clinical work where your skills have a purpose beyond the paperwork there may be a place for you here.

YOUR IMPACT

As aClinical Counselor youll work directly with children individuals and families to identify needs build treatment plans and provide behavioral health services that promote recovery and overall well-being.

Depending on program needs youll provide services inCHS offices and facilities client homes schools and community settings.

Your work may include:

• Provide individual group and family counseling to support the emotional and behavioral well-being of children and families.
• Complete behavioral health and comprehensive clinical assessments to identify client strengths needs and treatment goals.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and clinical interventions under the supervision of a licensed clinician.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic services including Trauma-Focused Care and Infant Mental Health interventions.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups on topics such as parenting skills independent living anger management behavior management and substance use.
• Connect families with community resources and collaborate with multidisciplinary partners to ensure comprehensive support and positive outcomes.

WHY CHS

Because meaningful work should come with meaningful support.

At CHS youll have the opportunity to:

• Your Experience Counts:We value the knowledge and insight you bring.
• Flexibility for Work-Life Balance:Fullâand partâtime options designed to support worklife balance.
• Supportive Environment:Work with a collaborative respectful team that encourages connection.
• Professional Development:Access ongoing learning development and chances to make a meaningful impact.
• GreatCompensation &Benefits:Comprehensive benefits generous PTO many holidays/earlyâouts and a robust 403(b).

WHAT YOULL BRING

Were looking for someone who combinesclinical knowledge with empathy adaptability and sound judgment.

Education

AMasters degree (MA/MS)from an accredited college or university in: Social Psychology Marriage & Family Therapy or Mental Health Counseling

Early Learning Centers Support Team:Non-licensed candidates must be registered interns working toward licensure to be considered.

Experience

Youll also bring:

• 2 years of post-Bachelors experienceworking with at-risk children and familiesOR 1 year of post-Masters experience
• 2 years of experienceproviding services to individuals with behavioral health disorders and/or the ability to be supervised by a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA)
• Experience working with emotionally disturbed children and adolescents is highly valued;3 years preferred

Additional Requirements

• Florida Drivers License within 30 days of hire
• Daily access to a reliable insured vehicle

YOULL THRIVE HERE IF YOU

• Connect naturally with children and families from diverse backgrounds
• Know how to balance empathy with healthy professional boundaries
• Can remain calm and make sound decisions in challenging situations
• Understand how social economic and environmental factors can affect children and families
• Communicate clearly and collaborate well with others
• Are organized and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Can work independently while knowing when collaboration is needed
• Are comfortable using technology and Microsoft Office including Word Excel and Outlook
• Bring energy flexibility and a genuine commitment to serving children and families

Bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred.

THIS COULD BE YOUR NEXT CHAPTER!

At CHS your clinical expertise can help a child feel heard help a family find stability and help a community become stronger.

All applicants are subject to background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). For more information visit