Epworth Children's Home·Columbia, South Carolina
Facilitate therapeutic services including individual, group, and family counseling for clients with trauma and behavioral needs. Perform intake, assessment, case management, and referral services in accordance with center policies.
For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.
Licensed Clinical Counselors facilitate therapeutic services in accordance with Epworth Center for Counseling policies and procedures. Licensed Clinical Counselors provide individual, group and family counseling services to clients and significant others with trauma histories, substance use problems, at-risk behaviors and/or behavioral needs. In addition, provide intake, assessment, case management, referral, and intervention services as needed. *Candidates with availability during the evening are preferred*
LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LMFT-A, LPES, LPES-A, LISW-CP, OR LMSW in South Carolina. Master's degree in counseling or another license-eligible field. Two (2) years-experience working with children who have therapeutic needs preferred, not required. Must be able to pass standard background checks, including drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry, and Sex Offenders Registry. Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church. Bilingual a plus! What Epworth Children's Home offers full time employees: Rewarding Client Focused work environment Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans Company paid life insurance Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life 403(b) with company match Ample vacation and sick leave Mission/Volunteer leave Credit Union Employee Assistance Program Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program Career opportunities throughout the state of SC! Free supervision towards full licensure with South Carolina for an LPC-A or LMSW. The mission of Epworth Children's Home is to serve children, youth and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.
Requires a Master's degree in counseling or a related field and a valid South Carolina license (LPC, LMFT, LISW, etc.). Preference is given to candidates with two years of experience working with children and availability during evening hours.
Market context
In South Carolina, fee-for-service counseling roles often draw steady demand from agencies serving children, families, and community-based clients. This position is competitive because it requires a master’s degree and a valid state license, with preference for candidates who have two years of child-focused experience and evening availability. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then highlight your licensure, pediatric experience, and schedule flexibility in your application.