Therapist
Job description
✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Therapist at our Rite Care Program in Kent County, MI✨
Rite Care provides after-school intervention services designed to support at-risk youth. Our students attend the Juvenile Success Center, where they participate in evidence-based groups, skill-building sessions, tutoring, mentoring, case management, and other structured activities during the critical hours most associated with high-risk behaviors. Our program serves youth currently involved in the Juvenile Justice System who need additional community support to build positive life skills and pathways to success.
Compensation: $67,500/yr (LLMSW) $75,000/yr (LMSW)
Perks & Benefits
There are SO many benefits that come with working at ROP!
- Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (at 60 days for Hourly employees and 90 days for Salaried)
- 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
- Be sure to check out all the benefits ROP has to offer here: ROP-benefits-and-perks-2
What you will do: The Therapist provides direct clinical services under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor and reports to the Program Manager. This position is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic services to clients in accordance with state and Medicaid guidelines. The therapist will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, maintain timely and accurate documentation, and ensure continuity of care within program standards.
The Licensed Therapist receives clinical supervision and guidance from the Clinical Supervisor to support professional growth, clinical compliance, and quality assurance. Collaboration with the Program Manager and other team members is essential to maintain effective coordination of services and meet program goals.
This position may include both telehealth and in-person sessions, depending on client and program needs.
To be considered you should:
- Have a master’s degree in related field
- Be licensed as a LMSW (or LPC), or LLMSW in Michigan
- Have at least 2 years’ experience working with at-risk youth
- Must meet the requirements to be an eligible ROP Driver. Must possess a current state driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record for the past 3 years
- Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical and TB test
Schedule: 1pm-9pm Monday- Friday
Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!
After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Therapist you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.
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Skills mentioned
At the heart of Rite of Passage is a profound commitment to improving the lives of youth. Founded in 1984, the organization has evolved from a single group home in the Sierra Nevada Mountains into a national leader in youth services, driven by the belief that every child deserves a chance to succeed. The culture is built on the principles of safety, normalcy, and the power of positive relationships. Staff are not just employees but mentors and advocates who work tirelessly to create environments where vulnerable youth can heal, learn, and grow. The organization values the 'rite of passage' itself—the transition from troubled adolescence to responsible adulthood—and fosters a community where resilience is celebrated. Through evidence-based, trauma-responsive programs, the team works collaboratively to empower young people, providing them with the education, vocational skills, and therapeutic support necessary to rewrite their stories. This mission-driven approach creates a workplace defined by camaraderie, shared purpose, and a relentless dedication to making a tangible difference in the communities they serve.
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