Child Youth and Family Therapist (10 Months)

Youth In Need is hiring a full-time Child Youth and Family Therapist (10 Months) to deliver school-based clinical services to children, youth, and families in the Riverview School District area of Saint Louis County, Missouri.

About the Role

This 10-month position places you directly in the Riverview community, where you'll provide meaningful mental health support to young people navigating the challenges that shape their futures. Youth In Need operates from a foundation of community, authentic relationships, and a commitment to continuous learning — and this role reflects that mission every day.

What You'll Do

• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy services to children and youth within the Riverview School District catchment area
• Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning for youth in acute distress
• Collaborate with school staff, educators, and community partners to coordinate care and support student well-being
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and case records in compliance with agency and regulatory standards
• Engage families as active partners in the therapeutic process
• Apply evidence-based therapeutic approaches appropriate for child and adolescent populations

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related clinical field
• Current Missouri licensure or eligibility for licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or provisional equivalent)
• Direct experience providing therapy to children, youth, or families
• Strong assessment skills and familiarity with trauma-informed, culturally responsive practice
• Ability to build trust with young clients while navigating complex family and school-system dynamics
• Comfort working in a collaborative, values-driven environment that embraces growth and honest dialogue

About Youth In Need

Youth In Need is a Saint Louis-area organization dedicated to strengthening the lives of children, youth, and families through clinical, educational, and community-based services. The agency fosters a workplace culture where staff are encouraged to lean into difficult conversations, stretch professionally, and show up fully for the communities they serve.

How to Apply

To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.