Licensed Therapist / Staff Supervisor

LCSW, LMSW, LCSW-S, LPC, LPC-S, LPC-A, LMFT, LMFT-S, LMFT-A, LMHC, LICSW, LSW

Location: Austin, TX 78758 (Main Campus)
Program: RTC / Group Home
Status: Full-Time, Salaried, Exempt
Reports To: Residential Treatment Center Director

The Settlement Home for Children is a nonprofit in Austin that provides structured, trauma-informed treatment to youth through a comprehensive continuum of care that includes residential services, clinical treatment, and coordinated external supports. For more than 100 years, we have evolved to meet the complex needs of young people by integrating evidence-based practice, strong clinical oversight, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

As a Therapist/Supervisor, you will deliver individual, group, and family therapy, oversee treatment implementation, manage cases, and supervise direct-care staff within a group home setting. You will play a key role in maintaining clinical quality, regulatory compliance, and consistent care delivery across the program. In this position, you’ll work closely with up to 9 residents in a group home cottage, managing case planning, intake and discharge coordination, and ongoing communication with CPS caseworkers, legal representatives, family members, and academic staff.

You will also serve as the Behavior Support Specialist for your cottage, implementing milieu management strategies and supporting treatment using the TBRI® model. You will supervise and coach direct-care staff, ensuring consistency, accountability, and adherence to clinical standards.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Provide clinical supervision and coaching for direct-care staff assigned to your cottage (typically 3–4 staff members)
• Lead clinical staffing meetings and oversee treatment planning for your residents
• Attend and participate in court hearings, permanency conferences, and other legal proceedings
• Implement behavioral support strategies and respond to crisis situations as needed
• Participate in a shared on-call crisis consultation rotation, as scheduled
• Support the development and implementation of cottage programming and daily structure
• Participate in structured recreational and program activities with residents (e.g., field day, holiday programming)
• Ensure compliance with all applicable DFPS licensing standards, contract requirements, and agency policies
• Transport residents safely to court hearings, family visits, meetings, and other required appointments

Licensure and Supervision

You must be a licensed therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT *). LPC-Associates or LMSWs may be considered and you will be required to practice under clinical supervision provided by the organization until full licensure is obtained. *Clinical supervision is available for LPC-A and LMSW candidates only.

Role Requirements

• Master’s degree in a behavioral science field (required)
• LPC or LCSW licensure required; LPC-Associate or LMSW accepted with supervision
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with children or adolescents in a residential treatment setting
• Experience with case planning, treatment implementation, and behavioral management
• Experience supervising or training direct-care staff
• Knowledge of applicable DFPS licensing and residential program standards
• Ability to effectively resolve problems using sound clinical judgment consistent with policies, procedures, and regulations
• Must be willing and able to safely administer physical restraints in accordance with organizational training and safety protocols, once trained
• Ability to complete Emergency Behavioral Intervention training
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, including:
  • At least three years of valid driving history
  • Drivers under age 21 must have no violations
  • Drivers under age 25 may have no more than one minor violation and no major violations
• Current auto liability insurance
• Ability to pass First Aid and CPR certification

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week
• Rotating weekend on-call approximately every 7–8 weeks
• Occasional evening hours may be required (not overnight)
• Exact daily schedule may be negotiated during the interview process

Compensation

• Salary: Fully licensed: $71,000 - $90,000 / Not fully licensed: $63,500 - $67,500 

Benefits (Partial List)

• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with partial employer match
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• Free meals on campus
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling sessions
• Referral and bonus programs
• Regular training opportunities with CEUs at no cost
• Eligible employer for certain federal graduate student loan forgiveness programs (501(c)(3))

Work Location

• In person, Austin, TX 78758
• You must be able to reliably commute or relocate prior to start date

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Settlement Home for Children is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace and prohibit discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic. We maintain a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace.

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