Rate $75,000 annually depending on experience.

Sign-On Bonus of $2,500, half paid out at the completion of 90 days of employment and the other half paid out after the completion of 180 days of employment.

Do you want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?

Do you want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?

Do you want to build a career, while making a difference in the world?

If this sounds like you, let’s talk! We’re hiring an Equine Therapist at Childhelp, in Lignum, Virginia, an affiliate of Rite of Passage. Our employees are dedicated and passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change in the lives of youth. Joining our team is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.

Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts. With an emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive and therapeutic approach, our organization is respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth. Since 1984, over 25,000 youths have entered and completed our programs. ROP has built its reputation on running life-changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community.

What you’ll do as a equine therapist:

Conducts individual, group and family therapy with clients assigned to personal caseload (8-10). Responsible for overall delivery and implementation of each individual Client Treatment Plan, attending Child and Family Team meetings and treatment team meetings, and completing assessments, Client Treatment Plans and reports as required by the county and state. Attend to clients, families, and referral source concerns as well as providing timely reports on treatment obstacles and progress. Documents treatment interventions and results in medical record on a timely basis. 

To be considered, you should:

PATH certified preferred Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect. Master’s degree in social work from an accredited School of Social Work or a Master’s degree in a related Mental Health field. Licensed by the State of Virginia as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC OR Licensed as a Resident in Counseling (RIC) or Supervisee in Social Work (SiSW) Minimum of 2 years of work experience providing mental health counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families. Possess a valid driver’s license. Must be at least 21 years of age. Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test. Be able to perform a therapeutic restraint.

Extra Perks:

Not confined to an office (270-acres with horses and hiking). Casual attire. Free meals during your shift. Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after 90 days of employment. Choice of supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and Life Insurance. Eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment. Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues. Employee incentives including On-The-Spot Bonuses, Rams Bucks, and Longevity Awards. Growth opportunities nationwide – we have 40 programs in 16 states! Tuition Assistance.

Apply today and help us make a difference in the lives of youth!