Child & Family Therapist

Company: Doors of Hope Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Benefits: Competitive salary Opportunity for advancement Training & development Doors of Hope, Inc. Child & Family Therapist Job Title: Child, Adult & Family Therapist Job Category: Exempt Department/Group : Clinical Credentials: LICSW, LPC, LMFT, LGSW, LGPC, Licensed Psychologist Location: District of Columbia Travel Required: Good office Location with lots of free parking Level/Salary Range: $65,000 - $85, 000 per year Position Type : Full Time (40 hours per week) HR CONTACT : Start Date: Will Train Applicant(s): Yes, End Date: N/A Report to: Clinical Director Application Accepted By: HR Manager and Clinical Director POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT About Doors of Hope: Doors of Hope Inc is certified by the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health (DC DBH) as a Core Service Agency (CSA) to provide outpatient Mental Health Rehabilitation Services (MHRS) for Children, Youth, Adults, and Families. We serve children and youth between the ages of 5 to 18 years, and adults 19 years to 69 years while providing support to families who struggle with mental illness and substance use conditions. Doors of Hope Inc provides community-based psychiatric services, psychotherapy/counselling, and community support services. Services are provided virtually - in the office, home, school, and community. Our Services are Person-Centered and Include: Diagnostic Assessment & Treatment Plans Psychiatric Evaluation Medication-Somatic Treatment Counseling and Psychotherapy Community Support Services Individual, Family and Group Therapy Specialty Areas Include: Depression ADHD Trauma Grief & Loss Anger Management Attachment Community Resources Play Therapy Art Therapy Music Therapy Dance/Movement Therapy Family Therapy Group Therapy Eating Disorders Doors of Hope Child & Family Therapist POSITION DESCRIPTION Doors of Hope Inc has immediate openings for Child & Family Therapist. As a therapist you will be working with a multidisciplinary, culturally oriented clinical team. Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the Child and Family Therapist is responsible for providing social emotional/mental health services for children and youth between the ages of 5 to 18 years and adults 19 years to 69 years. The. A successful candidate will be able to effectively collaborate with the clinical team, be self-motivated, dependable, and flexible. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Provide Psychotherapy/Counselling to assigned caseload of clients aged 518 years old and/or their families. and/or adults 19 years to 69 years. Collaborate with clients family, school and community stakeholders as needed. Maintain client records per program confidentiality guidelines and fidelity. Monitor and track caseload requirements. Provide referrals to external/internal support. Ability to observe behavior and appropriately intervene in situations posing a threat to children/youth. Ability to work independently and participate effectively within interdisciplinary teams. Ability to exercise professional independent judgment in planning own work, formulating recommendations and making decisions. Participate in staff consultation/development/training opportunities. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS : Masters degree in social work, marriage & family therapy, counseling, psychology or other related field. Must be Licensed in Washington, D.C. (Psychologist, LICSW, LPC, LGSW, LGPC, PhD) Experience in Evidence-Based Practices Must Adhere to Clinical Documentation Requirements. EXPERIENCE: Must be eligible to bill insurance for therapy provided. Minimum two years of experience providing therapeutic interventions to Children and Youth ages 5 to 18 years and/or adults 19 years to 69 years Indepth knowledge and experience working in child/youth mental health. Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills. Certified in evidencebased practices or willing to be trained. Job Type: Full Time with great potential for growth Day Shift (Monday-Friday flexible hours between 9am-7pm; and Saturday 9am-2pm as needed) Other Bilingual practitioners encouraged to apply (English/Spanish) Send cover letter and resume to: info@doorsofhopeinc.org Flexible work from home options available.

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