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Job description
DAY TREATMENT PLAY THERAPIST
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the Day Treatment Play Therapist provides therapeutic support to children and adolescents participating in the Miracle Houses Day Treatment Program. The therapist is responsible for facilitating therapeutic interventions that support emotional regulation, behavioral stabilization, social development, and successful participation within the academic and treatment environment.
The Day Treatment Play Therapist will provide individual, group, family, and crisis-based therapeutic services as clinically indicated, with a strong focus on creating a supportive and structured therapeutic milieu. Services are designed to reduce behavioral disruption, improve coping skills, strengthen family functioning, and prevent higher levels of care or hospitalization.
The therapist will work collaboratively with the clinical team, Day Treatment staff, schools, families, psychiatrists, and community providers to ensure continuity of care and implementation of individualized treatment goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate therapeutic groups within the Day Treatment Program
Provide individual therapy sessions as clinically indicated
Conduct family sessions and support family engagement in treatment
Participate in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and treatment planning
Provide crisis intervention and behavioral de-escalation support
Complete clinical documentation including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and treatment plan reviews
Support consumers with emotional regulation, coping skills, communication, and social interaction
Assist with stabilization of consumers exhibiting behavioral or emotional dysregulation
Collaborate with academic staff and treatment team regarding consumer progress and behavioral interventions
Participate in discharge planning and transition support
Attend required trainings, workshops, supervision, and team meetings
Maintain compliance with all Medicaid, CARF, and agency documentation standards
Provide therapeutic support within the school, home, community, or Day Treatment setting as needed
QUALIFICATIONS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) under approved supervision
Graduate Intern currently enrolled in an accredited Social Work or Counseling program may be considered
Experience working with children and adolescents with behavioral health needs preferred
Experience with crisis intervention, family systems, and group facilitation preferred
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and behavioral interventions
Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team
Knowledge of community resources and support systems
Understanding of cultural diversity and its impact on treatment and recovery
PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS
The Day Treatment Play Therapist is expected to play an active and impactful role in supporting consumers experiencing emotional and behavioral instability. The therapist will help maintain a safe, therapeutic, and structured environment while promoting progress toward treatment goals, academic participation, and community functioning.
Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28245, US
Who can apply
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